The G.I. Joe Roster

The G.I. Joe Roster

Author: Theresa Bane

Publisher: McFarland

Published: 2024-07-26

Total Pages: 279

ISBN-13: 1476651760

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The wildly popular G.I. Joe universe has entertained kids since the 1960s, whether it be through a cartoon or an action figure. As G.I. Joe's stories expanded, so did the characters, and everyone had their favorite, be it Hawk and Duke fighting against evil or Cobra Commander and Destro bent on nothing less than world domination. For the first time ever, all the characters from the G.I. Joe multiverse--even those from outside the U.S. market--are gathered together in one location. Presented in field guide format, this book includes a history of the toy and comic lines as well as a thorough description of every action figure and character from the Cobra and G.I. Joe animated films, comics, and Hasbro-authorized fan fiction. With the addition of photographs from the private collection of Tommy Wyckoff, this book is a must-have for toy collectors and a chance for long-time G.I. Joe fans to recapture their favorite memories.


Sabu

Sabu

Author: Michael Lawrence

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2019-07-25

Total Pages: 200

ISBN-13: 1838717900

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The first Indian to become an international film star, Sabu rose to fame as a child actor in Elephant Boy (1937), and subsequently appeared in a succession of British pictures before relocating to Hollywood, where he died in 1963. Repeatedly cast in orientalist extravaganzas and jungle thrillers, he was associated with the 'exotic' and the 'primitive' in ways that reflected contemporary attitudes towards India and 'the East' more generally. In this captivating study, Michael Lawrence explores the historical, political, cultural contexts of Sabu's popularity as a star, and considers the technological and industrial shifts that shaped his career – from the emergence of Technicolor in the late 1930s to the breakdown of the studio system in the 1950s. Attending to the detail of Sabu's distinctively physical performances, Lawrence shows how his agency as an actor enabled him to endure, exceed and exploit his unique star image.


The Ultimate Guide to G.I. Joe 1982-1994

The Ultimate Guide to G.I. Joe 1982-1994

Author: Mark Bellomo

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2009-06-02

Total Pages: 747

ISBN-13: 144021932X

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This guide to the guts-and-glory of G.I. Joe identifies every figure with all its weapons and gear, every vehicle with all the easy-to-lose pieces and every accessory related to Hasbros stellar team of soldiers. Use The Ultimate Guide to G.I. Joe to expand your knowledge about Joe and the team, or Cobra and his cronies, and to identify and assess the value of any of the series 350 action figures and 240 vehicles and accessories.


The Culture of Make Believe

The Culture of Make Believe

Author: Derrick Jensen

Publisher: Chelsea Green Publishing

Published: 2004-03-01

Total Pages: 722

ISBN-13: 1603581839

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Derrick Jensen takes no prisoners in The Culture of Make Believe, his brilliant and eagerly awaited follow-up to his powerful and lyrical A Language Older Than Words. What begins as an exploration of the lines of thought and experience that run between the massive lynchings in early twentieth-century America to today's death squads in South America soon explodes into an examination of the very heart of our civilization. The Culture of Make Believe is a book that is as impeccably researched as it is moving, with conclusions as far-reaching as they are shocking.


The Lost Medallion

The Lost Medallion

Author: Bill Muir

Publisher: B&H Publishing Group

Published: 2013-06-01

Total Pages: 240

ISBN-13: 1433682079

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Archaeologist Dr. Michael Stone looked for the lost medallion his entire life, and now his son Billy has taken up the search. Amazingly, the medallion ends up in Billy's hands and a spontaneous wish in a precarious situation takes Billy and his best friend Allie, back 200 years to what they realize is a very different Aumakua Island. When Billy and his friends are not jumping off waterfalls, avoiding animal traps, crossing the ocean, sneaking through caves or escaping a prison they're facing their nemesis Cobra, who wants nothing more than for them all to disappear. With no other way to get home, and the well being of the entire island resting on his shoulders, Billy must discover the key to reclaiming the medallion and its tremendous power. One way or another, this adventure will change Billy, and life on the island, forever. Best-selling author and film director Alex Kendrick (The Love Dare, Courageous) and Youth for Christ veteran Bill Muir bring us this exciting novelization of The Lost Medallion movie.


G.I. Joe A Real American Hero #1

G.I. Joe A Real American Hero #1

Author: Larry Hama

Publisher: Image Comics

Published: 2023-11-15

Total Pages: 52

ISBN-13:

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Celebrate the return of G.I. JOE: A REAL AMERICAN HERO with the definitive edition of its historic first issue! This issue restores Larry HamaÕs original, unedited dialogue, which has never before seen print!


G.I. Joe A Real American Hero Compendium Vol. 1

G.I. Joe A Real American Hero Compendium Vol. 1

Author: Larry Hama

Publisher: Image Comics

Published: 2024-10-02

Total Pages: 1228

ISBN-13: 153438636X

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YOOOO JOE!Ê The pop culture world changed forever when LARRY HAMAÕs G.I. JOE: A REAL AMERICAN HERO made its comic book debut, and now you can experience every issueÑfrom the original series and tie-insÑin this new reader-friendly compendium format for the very first time.Ê Discover the incredible heroes of G.I. Joe, the terrifying villains of Cobra, and the unforgettable stories that set them on a collision course in this first volume, perfect for fans new and old.Ê Collects G.I. JOE: A REAL AMERICAN HERO #1-50Ê


The Queen of Technicolor

The Queen of Technicolor

Author: Tom Zimmerman

Publisher: University Press of Kentucky

Published: 2022-07-26

Total Pages: 579

ISBN-13: 0813182581

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Best known for her appearances in the six Technicolor "Neverland" movies, Maria Montez is a film icon. Growing up as one of ten children in the Dominican Republic, her rise as a film star in the United States seemed unlikely. In 1939, Montez set off on her own to New York City to fulfill her aspirations of movie stardom. Despite having no substantial acting experience, Montez managed to sign with major agent Louis Schurr who helped her secure a contract with Universal Studios before she moved out to Hollywood. Following her arrival in Los Angeles, Montez began cultivating the larger-than-life persona for which she is known. Her beauty, personality, and series of publicity antics, including dramatic restaurant entrances, endeared her to the press. She even created her own fan club—The Montez for Stardom Club. Her ambitious self-promotion bolstered the success she found with her first big lead in Arabian Nights, released in 1943. From then on, the studio referred to her as "The Queen of Technicolor." Author Tom Zimmerman puts Montez's life in historical context, including her role as a cultural icon and a living representation of the United States' Good Neighbor Policy with Latin American countries. With her thick Dominican accent, Montez struggled to make herself intelligible to an American audience. However, unlike some of her Latin contemporaries, she did not present a caricature of her culture or use her accent for comedic purposes, giving her credibility with a Latin American audience. Zimmerman skillfully recounts the story of Montez's fiery ambition and her ascent to Hollywood fame, giving her the opportunity to live on in public memory.