For more than 75 years; through countless comics; television; and movies; Batman has been a symbol of strength and perseverance. He was created in 1939; on the brink of World War II -- a volatile time; when we needed a hero most. Who better to come to the rescue than the Caped Crusader? For the first time; Batman: The War Years 1939-1945 details The Dark Knight's involvement in the war and his fight against some very real villains. The poor little rich boy orphaned in a late-night robbery. The lad training for years so that one day he could avenge his parents' deaths. The bat that flies through the window at a crucial moment; inspiring Bruce Wayne with a name and a motif. All of these are wonderful elements in a timeless tale. By early 1940; both Batman and Robin were up and running in no less than two hit comic books. Bob Kane hired a teenager that he happened to meet—Jerry Robinson—to help him churn out what looked like a nice long run of Batman stories. They didn't know the half of it. For; as the Second World War loomed ever larger on the horizon; Batman was about to become big business; comic-book style. Ray Thomas has beena comics writer since 1965; mostly for Marvel or DC. Among the thousands of comic books he has written are Conan the Barbarian; The Avengers; The X-Men; Fantastic Four; All-Star Squadron; Sub-Mariner; The Invaders; Dr. Strange; Red Sonja; Wonder Woman; and The Savage Sword of Conan.
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful. Tremendous book.By TeeMackCatton does a fabulous job of focusing his book on the facts and not doing a lot of unnecessary philosophizing about the meaning of it all. What comes through is that Grant was singularly determined to win the war; but was often surrounded by generals that lacked the simple clarity of this vision or were otherwise incapable of doing what was necessary to see it through. Catton's portrait of Grant is nuanced; often highlighting how Grant's grim desire for victory was tempered by a crystal clear understanding of Lincoln's objective to bring the rebels back into the Union fold without undue recrimination. A well told history that leaves the reader educated and entertained.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Another great piece of history by Bruce CattonBy Lotus FactusAs an eminent historian of the Civil War Bruce Catton writes another great book on the subject. In this book as he does in others; he reveals the story of U S Grant . Weaving historical documents and personal stories he tells the story of what I believe to be one of the most unappreciated man of the war. The unassuming and underrated Grant is the only person who understands what it takes to win a war; any war at that. He is the only person not rattled by setbacks or criticism who knows how to focus on goals no matter how difficult. In my opinion it is Grant not Lee who is the best leader of the Civil War. Too bad that people of his character are often overlooked because they do not toot their own horn. Men of his demeanor are out there but often are not given the opportunity to shine; while the mediocre blowhards take the limelight.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. The Lessons of US History may be difficult for Digital Americans; but they remain essentialBy Mark ZaccariaCatton is America's acknowledged expert on the Civil War. His detail is exhaustive; and illuminating. His narrative seems to be without editorial bias. He aspires to be a completely neutral observer; a purveyor of the facts. His writing style is Mid 20th Century so readers fifty or so years after this book was written might find the passages and paragraphs overly long by the standards of today's staccato tempo of data exchange. We have gotten out of touch with the politics; the bureaucracy; and the wildly divergent quality of federal military leadership; however. So books by Bruce Catton are essential to the education of America - lest; in our ignorance; we repeat the mistakes of the past.
