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The Fortress of Solitude saw it all coming

The Gray Area with Sean Illing

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Nostalgia and Transformation in Comics

This chapter explores the personal impact of comic books, especially during the Marvel Bronze Age, and contrasts the deep engagement of reading comics with the commercial nature of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. It also reflects on the legacy of the speaker's novel 'Fortress of Solitude' as it nears its 20th anniversary, considering its cultural relevance and historical significance.

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