WITHOUT JEWS THERE WOULD BE NO (COMIC BOOK) SUPERHEROES

Superman, Batman and the Fantastic Four were all created by young Jewish men. In fact, almost all of the original DC and Marvel superheroes, except Wonder Woman, were created by Jewish writers and were drawn by Jewish artists. We will discuss the many theories of why this may be true. We will consider why, until five or ten years ago, the comic book industry was dominated by Jewish men and women, as writers, artists, pencilers and publishers. We will also look at the Jewish roots for some of these superheroes and supervillains, and the handful of characters who are identified as Jewish today.

Admission is free. Sponsored by Contra Costa JCC and B'nai Israel of Rossmoor. Co-sponsor: New Lehrhaus