Bibliography

Here you will find the publication credits of Paul Lytle. These only include professional works, not blog posts or internet reviews. Whenever possible, a link is provided to puchase the book. Click on the image to purchase.

May 1, 2006

The Man From Krypton: A Closer Look at Superman
edited by Glen Yeffeth
BenBella Books

Essay: "The Golden Shield: Image as Superman's Greatest Power"

A collection of critical essays on Superman. Mr. Lytle's contribution examines Superman's public image as his greatest strength. Over and over again, villains try to destroy the Man of Steel, but they are only able to really neautralize him when they attack his image.

March 1, 2007

Webslinger: Unauthorized Essays on Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man
edited by Gerry Conway
BenBella Books

Essay: "Power, Responsibility, and Pain: The Price of Being Spider-Man"

A collection of critical essays on Spider-Man. Mr. Lytle looks at the sacrifices Spider-Man has been forced to make for being who he is, and why he keeps coming back to serve.

December 1, 2007

Jack Bauer for President: Terrorism and Politics in 24
edited by Richard Miniter
BenBella Books

Essay: "Honey Traps, Romeos, and Blackmail: Love, Sex, and Family in Espionage"

A collection of critical essays on 24. In the show 24, spies are always manipulating love, family, or sexual relationships. Mr. Lytle shows how this aspect of the show actually represents the real world of espionage quite well.

March 1, 2008

Batman Unauthorized: Vigilantes, Jokers, and Heroes in Gotham City
edited by Dennis O'Neil
BenBella Books

Essay: "The Madness of Arkham Asylum: Why Aarkham May be Doing More Harm than Good"

A collection of critical essays on Batman. Arkham Asylum has had its problems. There always seems to be an escape, a murder inside, a mentally deranged person running things, or the undead wandering around (seriously). Is Arkham doing any good in Gotham. Mr. Lytle says no. Actually, it is part of the problem.