The Great Pulp Heroes #980173

The Great Pulp Heroes is Don Hutchison’s lively and fascinating chronicle of popular literature’s original superheroes—from the legendary Doc Savage and The Shadow to the timeless Tarzan of the Apes. These iconic characters once captivated the imaginations of hundreds of thousands of devoted readers and moviegoers alike.
This updated edition features new chapters and is also the definitive history of the colorful, thrilling pulp magazines that gave birth to these unforgettable heroes—and of the extraordinary writers who spun their monthly adventures with flair and grit.
With affectionate storytelling and keen insight, The Great Pulp Heroes resurrects the daring adventurers and fearless crusaders who helped shape modern popular culture. A must-read for fans of classic pulp fiction, vintage adventure tales, and anyone intrigued by the roots of today’s most iconic characters in literature, film, and comics.