num_pages: 272
description: X-Men is one of the most popular comic book franchises ever with successful spin-offs that include several feature films cartoon series bestselling video games and merchandise. This is the first look at the deeper issues of the X-Men universe and the choices facing its powerful mutants such as identity human ethics versus mutant morality and self-sacrifice. J. Jeremy Wisnewski (Oneonta NY) is Assistant Professor of Philosophy at Hartwick College and the editor of Family Guy and Philosophy (978-1-4051-6316-3) and The Office and Philosophy (978-1-4051-7555-5). Rebecca Housel (Rochester NY) is a professor at Rochester Institute of Technology where she teaches about writing and pop culture. For William Irwin's biography please see below.
language: English
title: X-Men and Philosophy: Astonishing Insight and Uncanny Argument in the Mutant X-Verse
publisher: Wiley