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Culturology

Superman is the hero of our time

Фетисова Т.А.

Abstract

The article discusses the superhero model, which is a variant of the interpretation of the idea of a superman at the level of modern mass consciousness, the attributes of Superman and his main typical features are highlighted. The evolution of the superhuman image is traced, which occurs in the direction of its humanization, and then its loss of a superhero essence.

Keywords

Superman; original founder; myth; cultural hero; mass culture.

DOI: 10.31249/hoc/2020.02.07

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