Encyclopedia of Comic Books and Graphic Novels

The most comprehensive reference ever compiled about the rich and enduring genre of comic books and graphic novels, from their emergence in the 1930s to their late-century breakout into the mainstream.
• Includes over 330 entries on comic books and their creators
• Presents the work of 80 contributors―accomplished academics and librarians who are also fans of comic books and graphic novels
• Offers selected bibliographic listings with the entries
• Provides a comprehensive index of artists, writers, works, characters, genres, and themes