Secret History of Wonder Woman

Discover the captivating 'Secret History of Wonder Woman' — a must-read for fans of comic books, feminism, and pop culture. This Brand New paperback edition (ISBN: 9781925106985) dives deep into the origins of the beloved superhero, revealing layers of meaning that go beyond mere entertainment. Historian Jill Lepore unravels the extraordinary life of Wonder Woman's creator, psychologist William Moulton Marston, shedding light on how his unique relationships and feminist ideals influenced this iconic character. This 432-page exploration pulls from a treasure trove of documents, including never-before-seen papers, to tell the story of how Wonder Woman emerged from the struggles for women's rights in the 20th century. Not only does Lepore chronicle the warrior princess’s roots — from the fierce Amazonian legends to the suffragist movements led by groundbreaking figures like Emmeline Pankhurst — but she also brings to the forefront the intimate lives of the women Marston loved. Perfect for scholars, comic enthusiasts, and women’s rights advocates, 'The Secret History of Wonder Woman' offers readers a richly informed perspective on feminism, history, and the cultural evolution of female superheroes. With FREE shipping available from Smartfox NZ, grab your copy today and immerse yourself in an essential narrative that bridges the gaps between myth, reality, and social change.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781925106985
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2015
Publisher: Scribe Publications
Pages: 432


Description:
Like every other superhero, Wonder Woman has a secret identity. Unlike every other superhero, she also has a secret history. Drawing from an astonishing trove of documents, including never-before-seen private papers, Harvard historian and New Yorker staff writer Jill Lepore reveals the fascinating family story that sparked the invention of the most popular female superhero of all time. Delving into the life of Wonder Woman's eccentric creator, psychologist William Moulton Marston, Lepore her feminist origins- from the warrior princesses of the Amazon, to suffragists including Emmeline Pankhurst, and the women Marston shared his life with - his wife and his mistress. The Secret History of Wonder Woman is at once a riveting work of pop culture history, and a crucial insight into the struggle for women's rights in the twentieth century and the troubled place of feminism today.

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