Critical Survey of Graphic Novels: Heroes & Superheroes provides in-depth insight into more than 150 of the most popular and studied graphic novels. Researchers will be familiar with the characters and stories included in this collection, but will gain a deeper new understanding, as the literary nature of the stories is presented in critical format by leading writers in the field of study. This new edition will include a wide range of characters, from classics such as Batman and Superman, to the #1 ranked superhero, Spiderman, and more recent characters -- Iron Man, Captain America, Wolverine, Ghost Rider, Hulk, Thor and more.