African American
Related: About this forumIf I recall correctly, a bunch of my friends here love cartoon super heroes?
So I thought you might like this:
The Blacker the Ink
Constructions of Black Identity in Comics and Sequential Art
The Blacker the Ink is the first book to explore not only the diverse range of black characters in comics, but also the multitude of ways that black artists, writers, and publishers have made a mark on the industry. Organized thematically into panels in tribute to sequential art published in the funny pages of newspapers, the fifteen original essays take us on a journey that reaches from the African American newspaper comics of the 1930s to the Francophone graphic novels of the 2000s.
Even as it demonstrates the wide spectrum of images of African Americans in comics and sequential art, the collection also identifies common character types and themes running through everything from the strip The Boondocks to the graphic novel Nat Turner.
Though it does not shy away from examining the legacy of racial stereotypes in comics and racial biases in the industry, The Blacker the Ink also offers inspiring stories of trailblazing African American artists and writers. Whether you are a diehard comic book fan or a casual reader of the funny pages, these essays will give you a new appreciation for how black characters and creators have brought a vibrant splash of color to the world of comics.
http://superheroesincolor.tumblr.com/post/142608922696/superheroesincolor-the-blacker-the-ink
RandySF
(57,661 posts)He was first written as a "Blackpoitation" character his the 70's, but he became a leader of the Avengers in the 90's/2000's. But what I'm most looking forward to is the first appearance of BLack Panther in "Civil War". The Pather is a leader of a fictional African country that is among the most technologocally advanced in the world and he is one of humankind's foremost scienctific minds. He will have his own Marvel movie in 2018.
bettyellen
(47,209 posts)about him and posted pics. I did watch the live action Jessica Jones and am happy Luke Cage is getting his own show. Those two were great together, so I hope they continue to have their story. Sexy stuff.
RandySF
(57,661 posts)I proudly owned his first appearance until I recently sold my collection. Think of him as possessing the wisdom of Madela, the intelligence of Einstein, the detective skills of Holmes fighting skills of Bruce Lee.
RandySF
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(11,833 posts)'I'm about sick of always having to buy new clothes.'
oasis
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(11,833 posts)Thanks b e!