Superman by Ari Aguilera Jasso

What does it represent

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Superman stands for justice, truth, and the American way of life. He represents the epitome of moral excellence, fortitude, and selflessness. Superman's dual persona as the superhuman hero Superman and the polite reporter Clark Kent captures the idea of common people concealing extraordinary abilities, a theme that many readers can relate to.

history

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According to Superman's origin story, he was sent to Earth by his parents, Jor-El and Lara, shortly before Krypton was destroyed. He was born on the alien planet Krypton. Jonathan and Martha Kent raise him as Clark Kent in the made-up town of Smallville, Kansas. As he gets older, he realizes he has superhuman abilities and chooses to use them to become Superman in order to benefit humanity.

Enemies

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Superman has encountered many enemies during his publishing career. Among his most well-known adversaries are Brainiac, an extraterrestrial android driven by knowledge acquisition; General Zod, a Kryptonian war criminal with powers akin to Superman's; Lex Luthor, a wealthy and intelligent scientist who views Superman as a threat to his own power and plots to destroy him; and Doomsday, a formidable and nearly unstoppable creature bred for destruction.

Reasons for creation

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Superman was created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster during the Great Depression, a period of social unrest and economic hardship. It was intended for Superman to serve as a source of inspiration and hope for readers in trying times. Superman's origin story parallels the story of Moses being sent down the river to escape destruction, indicating that Siegel and Shuster were also influenced by the science fiction and pulp hero stories of their day as well as the experience of Jewish immigrants.

Historical context

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The year 1938 saw Superman make his screen debut during a time of social and political upheaval in both the US and the rest of the world. Readers felt empowered and able to escape uncertain times thanks to the character's quick rise in popularity. Superman has endured over the years despite numerous cultural changes, acting as a representation of resiliency and optimism.

Objective

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Superman comics in their early years frequently featured stories that mirrored the geopolitical context of the period, such as themes of fighting against oppression and patriotism. Superman emerged as a representation of American might and morality during World War II, frequently facing off against spies and agents of the Nazi regime. His exploits functioned as propaganda, elevating domestic morale and endorsing American ideals. It's important to remember, though, that Superman is a timeless figure in popular culture because of his relevance and appeal, which go beyond any one time period or conflict.

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references

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Case Western Reserve University. (2024). Superman. https://case.edu/ech/articles/s/superman

Grace, A. (2023). The 10 Best Superman Villains of All Time, Ranked. https://movieweb.com/best-superman-villains/#metallo

DC. (2018). Superman. Retrieved March 12, 2024, from DC website: https://www.dc.com/characters/superman

Superhero - WWII, Comics, Heroes | Britannica. (2024). In Encyclopædia Britannica. Retrieved from https://www.britannica.com/art/superhero/World-War-II