This book is a fun-filled look at the history of comics that will delight both casual and longtime fans of superheroes from all franchises. The mix of narrative types create an enjoyable reading experience that will leave you feeling informed without ever being overwhelmed or bored by the facts. The nonfiction sections are brief, succinctly distilling the convoluted history of companies and characters by decade and franchise. Personal recollections from the author's childhood create a sense of nostalgia, remembering the joy and excitement of discovering a favorite character or the anticipation of saving allowance money for the latest issue. Above all, the extensive photo spreads are what make this book a success. They will allow new fans to get a sense for where their modern favorites came from, and make for a fascinating contrast with the pages about modern movies and TV shows.