Created in 1941; Wonder Woman is the oldest and most popular female comic book hero. While well-ingrained in society today; her character and comic books in general created national backlash and tension in their early years.Using the book “The Secret History of Wonder Woman” by Jill LePore; this class explores the interwoven topics of women’s rights; pop culture; comic books; and child psychology during the mid-20th century. Discussion; guest lecturers; readings; films; and primary sources of the day additionally help illustrate and expand upon the issues.
Prerequisites
Be in the Honors Program