JOURNAL ARTICLE

Gendered Defenders: Marvel's Heroines in Transmedia Spaces.

  • Published In: Journal of American Culture, 2025, v. 48, n. 3. P. 126 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Eckard, Sandra 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses a collection of chapters that focus on women in the Marvel Universe, highlighting the evolution of popular female characters across comics, television, and films. The editors emphasize how these characters, such as Black Widow, Peggy Carter, and Pepper Potts, reflect changing societal standards and gender roles, allowing for a deeper exploration of feminism. The book is structured into an introduction and three sections, with a notable chapter on Pepper Potts that contrasts her portrayal in comics with her more empowered role in the films. Overall, the text provides insights into feminist theory and transmedia storytelling, appealing to readers interested in the representation of women in popular culture. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Journal of American Culture. 2025/09, Vol. 48, Issue 3, p126
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Literature and Writing
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:1542-7331
  • DOI:10.1111/jacc.13620
  • Accession Number:187844662
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