Description
The Mighty Marvel Dictionary (thuh my-tee mahr-vuhl dik-shuh-ner-ee)
noun: an illustrated A-to-Z glossary that provides readers of all ages a redefined, never-before-seen exploration of the code names, items, teams, locations, and sound effects that have shaped Marvel Comics for over 85 years
Featuring more than 1,000 definitions of the words that have been the foundation of Marvel Comics' epic stories, this illustrated compendium is the perfect gift for Marvel fans of all ages.
Unleash the power of the words behind the worlds and characters you love with The Mighty Marvel Dictionary.
About the Author
Robb Pearlman (he/him) is a #1 New York Times bestselling author, pop culturalist, publishing professional, and author of more than 70 books for grown-ups and kids. As an industry-leading expert and innovative multi-faceted creative who understands how to authentically and effectively translate media properties into bestselling fan-favorite books, Robb has created, written, and designed books based on many of the world's biggest pop culture brands including: Marvel Comics, Star Trek, The Golden Girls, Bob's Burgers, The Office, Parks and Recreation, Bob Ross, The Smurfs, Rick & Morty, He-Man and the Masters of the Universe, and more. He has also written a host of original books including Live Like a Vulcan, Love Like a Wookiee, Laugh Like a Hobbit, I Adulted, and 101 Ways to Kill a Zombie. Robb serves on the Advisory Board of the MS in Publishing Program at Pace University, and served on the Board of Directors of Teachers & Writers Collaborative.
Book Information
ISBN 9781637745519
Author Robb Pearlman
Format Hardback
Page Count 256
Imprint Smart Pop
Publisher BenBella Books
Weight(grams) 567g
noun: an illustrated A-to-Z glossary that provides readers of all ages a redefined, never-before-seen exploration of the code names, items, teams, locations, and sound effects that have shaped Marvel Comics for over 85 years
Featuring more than 1,000 definitions of the words that have been the foundation of Marvel Comics' epic stories, this illustrated compendium is the perfect gift for Marvel fans of all ages.
- Encounter iconic heroes, antiheroes, villains, and synthezoids including Hulk, Black Widow, Storm, Wolverine, Mystique, Echo, Kingpin, Lizard, Abomination, M.O.D.O.K., H.E.R.B.I.E., Carnage, and Venom.
- Infiltrate the membership rosters of Marvel's most iconic groups, teams, and organizations including the Avengers, the X-Men, Alpha Flight, S.H.I.E.L.D., the Sinister Six, the Guardians of the Galaxy, Hydra, and the Nova Corps.
- Discover a hidden lair's worth of artifacts, weapons, and technology including Doctor Doom's Doombots, the Eye of Agamotto, the Zodiac Key, the Ultimate Nullifier, the Superhuman Registration Act, the Infinity Gauntlet, and all six of the Infinity Stones.
- Explore Multiverse-spanning locations that serve as backdrops to countless epic adventures including Wakanda, Hala, Atlantis, the Raft, Krakoa, Knowhere, Attilan, and all ten of the Realms connected by Yggradsil.
- Echo the distinctive and onomatopoeic sounds that reverberate off the comic book page including bamf, snikt, thwip, poink, and bada-boom!
- Assemble the accessories and garments that make up a costume or uniform including cape, hood, mask, crown, and tunic.
Unleash the power of the words behind the worlds and characters you love with The Mighty Marvel Dictionary.
About the Author
Robb Pearlman (he/him) is a #1 New York Times bestselling author, pop culturalist, publishing professional, and author of more than 70 books for grown-ups and kids. As an industry-leading expert and innovative multi-faceted creative who understands how to authentically and effectively translate media properties into bestselling fan-favorite books, Robb has created, written, and designed books based on many of the world's biggest pop culture brands including: Marvel Comics, Star Trek, The Golden Girls, Bob's Burgers, The Office, Parks and Recreation, Bob Ross, The Smurfs, Rick & Morty, He-Man and the Masters of the Universe, and more. He has also written a host of original books including Live Like a Vulcan, Love Like a Wookiee, Laugh Like a Hobbit, I Adulted, and 101 Ways to Kill a Zombie. Robb serves on the Advisory Board of the MS in Publishing Program at Pace University, and served on the Board of Directors of Teachers & Writers Collaborative.
Book Information
ISBN 9781637745519
Author Robb Pearlman
Format Hardback
Page Count 256
Imprint Smart Pop
Publisher BenBella Books
Weight(grams) 567g
