Action Philosophers: Hooked On Classics

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Study the tenets of Plato, the wrestling superstar from ancient Greece, learn the lessons of Nietzsche, the original übermensch, and meditate on the messages of Bodhidharma, a kung fu master.

Laugh, learn, laugh some more, and ponder the messages of history’s great thinkers as Van Lente and Dunlavey deliver this comprehensive cartoon history from the pre-Socratics to Jacques Derrida!

Study the tenets of Plato, the wrestling superstar from ancient Greece; learn the lessons of Nietzsche, the original Übermensch; and meditate on the messages of the original kung-fu master, Bodhidharma! They’re not just great thinkers - they also make for great comics! Action Philosophers is comprehensive cartoon history from the pre-Socratics to Jacques Derrida, detailing the lives and thoughts of history's A-list brain trust in hip and humorous comic book fashion by the acclaimed comic book team of Fred Van Lente and Ryan Dunlavey.

 
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# of Pages: 130

Book Binding: Paperback

Year of Publication: 2023

Publisher: Rocketship Entertainment

Language: en

ISBN: 9781952126710

Fred Van Lente and Ryan Dunlavey are a dynamic duo in the world of comic books and graphic novels. Van Lente is an award-winning writer known for his work on titles such as Marvel Zombies, Archer & Armstrong, and The Incredible Hercules. He has also written for various video games and television shows. Dunlavey is a talented artist and illustrator, having worked on projects for Marvel, DC, and Dark Horse Comics. Together, they have collaborated on several successful projects, including Action Philosophers, a humorous and educational series that explores the lives and ideas of famous philosophers. Their unique blend of humor and history has earned them critical acclaim and a dedicated fan base.

 

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