Which Era is Superman’s Most Popular?
Ask ten Superman fans which era defines the Man of Steel and you’ll get at least six answers. That’s part of the character’s magic: after more than 85 years, he’s been reinvented so many times that “the best Superman” depends largely on when you met him.
The Golden Age (1938-1950) gave us the template. Created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, this was Superman as a champion of the common person, tackling corrupt politicians and abusive landlords. Sales were enormous at the time, with Action Comics and Superman selling in the millions. The radio serial and…
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