The magic of comic books and superheroes from "summary" of The Life and Times of the Thunderbolt Kid by Bill Bryson
As a child growing up in the 1950s, I was completely captivated by the fantastical world of comic books and superheroes. These colorful characters leapt off the pages and into my imagination, where they took on a life of their own. The magic of comic books and superheroes lay in their ability to transport me to a world where anything was possible. I could soar through the sky like Superman, swing through the streets of Gotham like Batman, or wield incredible powers like the Fantastic Four. These characters were larger than life, with powers and abilities far beyond those of mere mortals. But it wasn't just their superhuman abilities that drew me in - it was also their unwavering sense of justice and morality. Superheroes like Captain America and Wonder Woman fought not just physical threats, ...
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