(Super)heroes: origins, crises and psychology -- The immigrant as hero: Moses and Superman -- The national icon as hero: King David and Captain America -- The diasporic woman as hero: Esther and Wonder Woman -- The liminal avenger as (anti-)hero: Samson and Batman.
Summary:
"In times of crisis, heroes emerge to model virtues that inspire a sense of commitment and worth. Identity concerns were especially acute for a post-exile Jewish culture. Using modern American superheroes and their stories in a cross-cultural discussion, this book presents the stories of Israelite characters as heroes filling a cultural need"-- Provided by publisher.
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