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Fantastic Four

2006
The Fantastic Four take on a powerful malevolent alien called the Grand Master, the cosmic scavenger Terminus, and the mad Titan, Thanos.

Hulk

2008
Bruce Banner, a brilliant scientist, transforms into the Hulk and seeks a cure for himself, teaming up with Dr. Strange, the Silver Surfer, and Namor.

Jason

quest for the Golden Fleece : a Greek myth
2007
Retells the Greek myth of Jason, the rightful ruler of Iolcus whose throne was stolen from him as a child, and who returns as a young man to claim his birthright only to face a difficult test. Presented in graphic format.

Perseus

the hunt for Medusa's head : a Greek myth
2008
A graphic novel adaptation of the Greek myth of Perseus, a young man who braves many perils to cut off the head of Medusa and return it to King Polydectes who in exchange, vowed to leave Perseus' mother alone.

Weird weather

everything you didn't want to know about climate change, but probably should find out
2007
A humorous exploration of climate change that explains the science and progression of global warming; discusses actions that have been taken to prevent or slow it down; and includes references for further investigation.

Soulwind

2000
A young boy is transported to a distant galaxy, where only he can stop a war between the peaceful inhabitants of a forest planet and an evil dictator.

Woman rebel

the Margaret Sanger story
2013
Presents, in graphic novel format, the life of American birth control activist, sex educator, and nurse Margaret Sanger.

The adventures of Johnny Bunko

the last career guide you'll ever need
2008
Shares six secrets of career success through a manga story about Johnny Bunko, a young man stuck in a dead-end job--thanks to the advice and expectations of his parents, teachers, and counselors--who is able to break out of his rut with help from the beautiful Diana, an unlikely career advisor.

Action philosophers!

the lives and thoughts of history's A-list brain trust told in a hip and humorous fashion
2006
Presents a collection of graphic novels that explores the history of philosophy and the theories of prominent philosophers, including Plato, Freud, Jung, and others.

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