@article{733426,
      author = {Brownie, Barbara. and Graydon, Danny.},
      url = {http://library.usi.edu/record/733426},
      title = {The superhero costume : identity and disguise in fact and  fiction /},
      abstract = {"Costume defines the superhero, disguising and  distinguishing them from his or her civilian alter-ego.  Instantly recognizable, the often garish garb includes  insignias which are frequently appropriated and distorted  throughout the world in a variety of media. This book  provides the first interdisciplinary analysis of the  superhero costume and investigates wide-ranging issues such  as identity, otherness, ritual dress and disguise. Analysis  focuses on the implications of wearing superhero costume,  exploring interpretations of the costumed hero and the  extent to which the costume defines his or her role. Using  examples across various media (comic books, film, and  television) with case studies including The X-Men,  Watchmen, real-life superheroes such as Phoenix Jones and  Pussy Riot and audience activities such as cosplay, The  Superhero Costume presents new perspectives on the  increasingly popular genre. A lively and thorough account  of superhero fashions throughout history, The Superhero  Costume will be essential reading for undergraduate  students of fashion, visual culture, popular culture and  cultural studies"--},
      recid = {733426},
      pages = {xi, 175 pages :},
}