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Looks like an insightful Bat-companion book..

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  • david_b
    Never had enough toys..
    • May 9, 2008
    • 2305

    Looks like an insightful Bat-companion book..

    Just found this a few minutes ago. Here is the summary..:

    Gotham City 14 Miles: 14 Essays on Why the 1960s Batman TV Series Matters

    "Gotham City 14 Miles offers the 1960s Batman TV series the critical reevaluation it deserves. Its essays examine Batmania, camp, the role of women, the show's participation in '60s counter-culture, its many celebrated actors, its lasting cultural effects, and other critical subjects."

    Sequart | Books

    "From 1966-1968, on both ABC and in movie theatres, America embraced Batman as a campy cultural icon. The nation thrilled to deathtrap cliffhangers and phrases like "Atomic batteries to power!" and "Same bat-time, same bat-channel!" But in the ensuing decades, many vilified the show as an embarrassment that needed to be swept under the rug if Batman -- and super-heroes -- were to be taken seriously. Having won this battle for legitimacy, perhaps we can now return to Adam West's Gotham, to the unapologetic fun of colorful, cackling villains hatching bizarre schemes, and deadpan heroes ridiculously climbing walls. And perhaps we may find it not only fun but rich with deeper cultural meanings."
    Last edited by david_b; Sep 30, '10, 9:23 AM.
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  • palitoy
    live. laugh. lisa needs braces
    • Jun 16, 2001
    • 59794

    #2
    That looks like a good read!
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    • MIB41
      Eloquent Member
      • Sep 25, 2005
      • 15633

      #3
      SO when does this book come out?

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      • Meule
        Verbose Member
        • Nov 14, 2004
        • 28720

        #4
        I think it's already out
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        • Jim Beard
          New Member
          • Oct 28, 2010
          • 1

          #5
          Originally posted by Meule
          I think it's already out
          T'isn't

          The book comes out in late December and pre-ordering literally ends RIGHT NOW. If you go to your comic shop or an online ordering service you should still be able to order it TODAY.

          Thanks for the good words!

          Jim!

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          • Earth 2 Chris
            Verbose Member
            • Mar 7, 2004
            • 32980

            #6
            Jim Beard! My old JJSA pal! Way to go!

            Chris
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