The Politics of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Volume 2

Nicholas Carnes is professor of public policy at Duke University. Lilly J. Goren is professor of political science at Carroll University.

"The Politics of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Volume 2: Into the Multiverse is an impressive interdisciplinary volume that leaves aside debates about artistic value or defining cinema in favor of infinitely more constructive analyses of the ways the MCU both entertains and engages with important social issues. Carnes and Goren gather an array of scholars of politics, philosophy, social sciences, and popular culture to examine on-screen representation, audience demographics and motivations, and the philosophical underpinnings of this immense media franchise. This book has something for every scholar and student interested in the various, and at times complex, ways the MCU contributes to global political and philosophical conversations." 82 2 Sam Langsdale, author of Searching for Feminist Superheroes: Gender, Sexuality, and Race in Marvel Comics "While addressing core political ideas such as law and government, sovereignty, racial justice, feminism, coalition politics, ethnic politics, and demagoguery, to name a few, Carnes and Goren 82 7 s The Politics of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Volume 2 is not tied to a narrow, orthodox conception of what politics is. Instead, the editors and contributors take different, complementary views, offering a broad picture of the politics of the MCU. The book is rightly interested in what makes it to the screen, but also how that result is influenced by political contexts and social pressures." 82 2 Rob Watkins, author of Freedom and Vengeance on Film: Precarious Lives and the Politics of Subjectivity "This book is an essential read for anyone who is critically interested in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and where it is going. The essays shine a much needed light on such important issues as race, LGBTQ, and feminist politics played out through superheroes. It should be required reading in any university course dealing with contemporary popular culture." 82 2 Jeffrey A. Brown, author of Love, Sex, Gender, and Superheroes "Academics assemble! If each of the Avengers had the superpower of being an astute cultural critic, they likely would not have been as effective in battle against Thanos, but they might have produced a book as trenchant as The Politics of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Volume 2."Gavin Edwards, coauthor of MCU: The Reign of Marvel Studios "As Sam Wilson is a worthy successor to wield the vibranium shield, The Politics of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Volume 2 is an outstanding follow-up to Volume . Volume 2 offers excellent insights and critiques into how Marvel's Phase 4 engages with politics, teaching readers valuable lessons about the law, representation, and identity. For instance, I was surprised to learn that US citizens think Steve Rogers is a Republican." 82 2 Steven Rogers, author of Accountability in State Legislatures