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Fantastic Four For Dummies
Discover Marvel’s Founding Family! Before the Avengers, the X-Men, or the Defenders, there was the Fantastic Four. This team of super heroes made their name through their dynamic origin, forced together by circumstance but bonded forever as family. Fantastic Four For Dummies introduces you to Marvel’s First Family and the major villains that they’ve encountered, including the infamous Doctor Doom.
Cheat Sheet / Updated 05-22-2025
The Fantastic Four! Created by comic book legends Stan Lee and Jack Kirby in 1961, Marvel’s First Family is the foundation upon which the Marvel Universe has been built. Following are quick answers to some common questions about the Fantastic Four as well as guidance on where you need to go to learn more.Who are the Fantastic Four?
Cheat Sheet / Updated 02-26-2025
Marvel Comics' Universe of Iconic CharactersYou can divide the many legendary characters of Marvel Comics into several different groups, and many of them are associated with various super-teams.GodsSome of the heroes of Marvel Comics emerged from Earth’s myths and legends.The most notable is the mighty Thor, who comes from the pantheon of Norse gods and goddesses who live on Asgard.
Marvel Comics For Dummies
Explore the iconic super heroes and storylines from Marvel Comics You may be familiar with heroic characters from Marvel Comics like Black Panther, Iron Man, and Wolverine, or villains like Loki and Thanos. But how much do you know about Squirrel Girl, Cyclops, or the Leader? With over 85 years of comics published since their founding, the Marvel Comics archive is a vast universe of iconic stories and legendary characters.
Captain America For Dummies
Your guide to the Captain America essentials! With roots dating back to World War II, Captain America reigns as one of the most iconic heroes in the Marvel Comics universe. Captain America For Dummies is your guide to getting to know this popular and enduring super hero. Produced in partnership with Marvel Comics and featuring full-color art taken directly from the comic books, this fun and friendly guide helps you understand how Captain America gained his powers and evolved over the years, including the range of characters who have wielded the shield.
Cheat Sheet / Updated 01-29-2025
Captain America! From the time of his creation in 1940, Marvel’s defender of liberty has captivated comic book readers — and movie audiences, too. This Cheat Sheet serves as quick guide to Captain America, his life and times, and where to find more on him. Both of him, actually. . .Cap’s World: Who’s Who and What’s WhatTwo people wear the stars and stripes of Captain America, sharing the honor and responsibility that comes with the name:Steve Rogers: The Sentinel of Liberty, the only successful product of America’s wartime Super-Soldier project.
Article / Updated 08-27-2024
August 20, 2024 (Hoboken, NJ) - Dummies, a Wiley Brand, is excited to announce its collaboration with Marvel on a co-branded series of books to bring the beloved characters of Marvel Comics and the Marvel Cinematic Universe to fans through Dummies’ approachable and engaging books.The anticipated six-book series is scheduled to publish in three parts, with the inaugural titles, Marvel Comics For Dummies and Captain America For Dummies, set for release in February 2025.