Dressed in solid black, a full face mask and possessing amazing strength. speed, cunning and fighting prowess it was revealed that the man behind the mask was a black man.
“Big deal!’ you say. Yes it was. The 1960s was time of cultural upheaval in United States. The Black/African American citizens were standing up for their rights, fighting against racial injustice and beginning to have a heavy influence on American culture and society.
The 1960s was decade of The Civil Rights Movement, Martin Luther King, Jr., race riots and an upheaval of the status quo.
While there had been Black characters in comic books before, the Black Panther was the first to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with all the other superheroes.
Even more fascinating is that although he came from Africa, he was the king of a highly advanced tribal nation: Wakanda. Futuristic technology, an almost Utopian environment and powerful government and military made Wakanda a force and society to be reckoned with.
In Black Panther A Cultural Exploration, author Ytasha L. Womack and publisher Epic Ink, trace the history of the Black Panther from his first appearance to his legacy through the decades since then,
Intertwining art from his Marvel Comic book appearances and historical and cultural events through the decades the book is not just about a fictional comic book character but of Black history from around the globe.
Learn how the character evolved, his supporting cast and what real life events and people inspired stories by a group of writers and artists.
The stunning hardbound book is filled with photos, art and more dedicated to the Black Panther and those people and events that inspired stories throughout the decades.
"Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful." — Colossians 4:2
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