Author : Mike Madrid
Publisher : Exterminating Angel LLC
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 38,50 MB
Release : 2016
Category : Cartoon characters
ISBN : 9781935259336
The classic alternative history of American comic book superheroines, in a new and revised edition.
Author : Mike Madrid
Publisher : Exterminating Angel Press
Page : 345 pages
File Size : 43,66 MB
Release : 2016-09-19
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN : 1935259350
"Mike Madrid is doing God's work. . . . mak[ing] accessible a lost, heady land of female adventure." —ComicsAlliance "Sharp and lively . . . [Madrid] clearly loves this stuff. And he's enough of a historian to be able to trace the ways in which the portrayal of sirens and supergirls has echoed society's ever-changing feelings about women and sex."—Entertainment Weekly "A long overdue tribute to [those] fabulous fighting females." —Stan Lee Mike Madrid has become known as a champion of women in comics and as the expert in Golden Age female characters. And now here is where it all began, as informative and entertaining as ever, in a revised and updated edition, including new illustrations and a new introduction, as well as an afterword bringing us up-to-date on what's happening with women in comics now. Mike Madrid is the author of Divas, Dames & Daredevils: Lost Heroines of Golden Age Comics; Vixens, Vamps & Vipers: Lost Villainesses of Golden Age Comics; and the original The Supergirls: Fashion, Feminism, Fantasy, and the History of Comic Book Heroines, an NPR "Best Book To Share With Your Friends" and American Library Association Amelia Bloomer Project Notable Book. A San Francisco native and lifelong fan of comic books and popular culture, Madrid also appears in the documentary Wonder Women! The Untold Story of American Superheroines and is the illustrator of two of The History of Arcadia books: Lily the Silent and The Lizard Princess.
Author : Peter David
Publisher : DC Comics
Page : 306 pages
File Size : 18,61 MB
Release : 2016-10-20
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN : 1401272851
From writer Peter David (THE INCREDIBLE HULK, X-FACTOR) and artist Gary Frank (ACTION COMICS, JUSTICE LEAGUE) comes the start of the classic series that created a revolutionary new identity for the Maid of Might! WHO IS LINDA DANVERS? To her parents, Linda is a former good girl who now dabbles on the wrong side of the law. To her friends, she’s a struggling artist and the ultimate Supergirl fan. To her boyfriend, Buzz, she’s an eager accomplice as they try to harness dark forces more powerful than either of them can control. And after Buzz tries to use her to summon a demon, Linda Danvers is...dead? To save Linda’s life, Matrix, a protoplasmic version of Supergirl, uses her powers to fuse the two of them together. Now, sharing memories, sharing superpowers, the entity formerly known as Linda Danvers is something else entirely. Is Linda still a human with the same damaged soul? Or has Supergirl done the unthinkable and stolen a new life for herself? There are no easy answers, but Linda knows she must use her new powers to atone for her past sins. Because whatever else she may be, for now, she’s... SUPERGIRL! SUPERGIRL BOOK ONE collects SUPERGIRL #1-9, SUPERGIRL ANNUAL #1, SUPERGIRL PLUS #1 and a story from SHOWCASE ’96 #8.
Author : Steve Brezenoff
Publisher : Stone Arch Books
Page : 49 pages
File Size : 41,63 MB
Release : 2020-08
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 1515878031
How did Supergirl become one of the Earth's greatest super heroes? Discover the story behind Kara Danvers' journey from Superman's kid cousin to full-fledged Justice League member, including the source of her out-of-this-world superpowers. With action-packed illustrations and easy-to-follow text, these early reader books are perfect for young super hero fans.
Author : Jo Whittemore
Publisher : Abrams
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 27,64 MB
Release : 2017-11-07
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 1683351991
Soar into action in this all-new original adventure based on the hit CW TV series, Supergirl! Supergirl (aka Kara Danvers) has been running across average citizens performing amazing feats all over National City. But that’s not even the weirdest thing going on. The Department of Extranormal Operations has captured a mysterious humanoid sea creature. Supergirl must find out what has drawn him to National City, and his connection to this surge of super-citizens. Written by celebrated author Jo Whittemore, this is one adventure fans of the TV series won’t want to miss! SUPERGIRL and all related characters and elements are trademarks of and © DC Comics. (s17)
Author : Raj Kaur Khaira
Publisher : Penguin UK
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 18,72 MB
Release : 2021-11-25
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0241554373
Discover 50 inspirational stories of South Asian women and their INCREDIBLE achievements. Featuring stories of success from award-winning entertainers Jameela Jamil and Mindy Kaling, as well as pioneering business leaders Indra Nooyi, Anjali Sud and Ruchi Sanghvi. South Asian Supergirls also features equally remarkable yet less well known figures, such as the British Muslim spy, Noor Inayat Khan. Perfect for fans of Goodnight Stories for Rebel Girls, this heartwarming read is the ideal gift for young readers. Each profile has been paired with a delightful illustration from one of ten South Asian artists, this is a book for all ages - treasured by parents and children alike. Praise for South Asian Supergirls: One of the most beautiful and visually stimulating books I've seen for a long time - The Morning Star This call to courage celebrates warrior queens of Bangladeshi, Indian, Nepalese and Pakistani heritage - The Guardian Heartwarmingly full of the power, resilience and ingenuity of South Asian women - Book Trust
Author : Lisa Yee
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 15,74 MB
Release : 2016-07-05
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 110194062X
Get your cape on with the DC Super Hero Girls™—the unprecedented new Super Hero universe especially for girls! Readers of all ages can fly high with the all-new adventures of Wonder Woman™, Supergirl™, Batgirl™, and some of the world’s most iconic female super heroes as high schoolers! Supergirl is the new girl in school—and she just also happens to be the most powerful teenager in the galaxy! After losing her home planet of Krypton and everyone she knows, Supergirl has made a new home on Earth, but she’s isn’t so sure that Super Hero High School is the right place for her. Wonder Woman, other new friends, and a kindly librarian make her feel welcome, but breached inter-dimensional portals, invading alien armies, and bad dreams shake her confidence. It’s not easy being a super hero and a high school student all at once! Award-winning author Lisa Yee brings mystery, thrills, and laughs to this groundbreaking series that follows DC Comics’ most iconic female Super Heroes and Super-Villains. Move over Batman™ and Superman™—the DC Super Hero Girls are ready to save the day and have fun doing it! Praise for DC Super Hero Girls: “Sure to have wide appeal, this book is a solid option to balance collections saturated with male superheroes.” —School Library Journal "If you have a middle grader in your life looking for super-sized action, or a superhero enthusiast who isn’t sure where to turn to get more of the superheroes they might see on TV or in movies… Or if you just want to dive into a good book that shows young readers—especially young female readers—that girls can be the super heroes of their own stories, look no further: Super Hero High is for you." - Kirkus
Author : Peter David
Publisher : DC Comics
Page : 330 pages
File Size : 22,5 MB
Release : 2018-07-10
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN : 1401290868
Linda DanversÑa.k.a. Supergirl, LeesburgÕs super heroineÑis about to face her toughest missions yet. Supergirl travels to Thailand to rescue a group of young women being trafficked. But when she leads the girls in a harrowing escape, she unwittingly influences them to kill their captors! ItÕs up to Supergirl to use her powers as an Earth Angel to stop the violence and restore peace to the nation. Then, Supergirl must tangle with some of her most powerful foes, including the seemingly indestructible Parasite and Murmur, the gryphon-riding, golden lance-wielding supervillain. Plus, Supergirl teams up with the teen crime fighters of Young Justice to take down a maniacal tyrant hell-bent on overrunning the Earth with demons! SupergirlÕs journey continues in these classic stories by critically acclaimed writer Peter David (Aquaman, Young Justice), featuring the art of Leonard Kirk (JSA, Fantastic Four), Robin Riggs (Birds of Prey, Green Arrow) and others. Collects Supergirl #32-43 and Young Justice #12-13.
Author : Kelly Greenawalt
Publisher : Scholastic Inc.
Page : 52 pages
File Size : 26,61 MB
Release : 2019-09-03
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 133834000X
Princess Truly to the rescue! Pick a book. Grow a Reader! This series is part of Scholastic's early reader line, Acorn, aimed at children who are learning to read. With easy-to-read text, a short-story format, plenty of humor, and full-color artwork on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and fluency. Acorn books plant a love of reading and help readers grow! Meet Princess Truly! With the help of her rocket boots and her magical, sparkly curls, she becomes a super girl and uses her smarts and strength to save the day. But when her friend Lizzie has a rescue mission of her own, Lizzie doesn't feel so super. Can Truly help her friend believe in herself and find her confidence? These rhyming, funny, and empowering stories with full-color artwork and easy-to-read text throughout are perfect for new readers!
Author : Tom King
Publisher : DC Comics
Page : 28 pages
File Size : 31,31 MB
Release : 2021-12-21
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN :
The traumatic secrets of Supergirl’s past are revealed as our heroine races to the edge of the universe to escape Krem and his latest weapon! The murderer of young Ruthye’s father has gotten his hands on a Mordru globe and plans to use it to make our hero disappear forever. Can she save herself and the young girl’s future in the process? She’ll need the help of her trusty steed, Comet the Superhorse!
