Comic Books and the Cold War, 1946-1962: Essays on Graphic Treatment of Communism, the Code and Social Concerns
This collection of essays explores how comic books between 1946 and 1962 represented communism, responded to the Comics Code, and reflected social concerns. By examining comics within their early Cold War context, it considers the medium’s engagement with politics, culture, and changing expectations about popular entertainment.
About This Book
This book examines comic books published during the early Cold War, focusing on the years 1946 through 1962.
Its essays explore the graphic treatment of communism and the ways comics engaged with political and social concerns of the period.
The collection also considers the Comics Code and its relevance to comic-book content and culture.
With its focus on comics as historical and cultural documents, the book offers perspectives on the relationship between popular media and Cold War society.
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