Comic Books - The Incredible Hulk History

In this article we're going to cover the history of one of the most changing comic books and characters ever - The Incredible Hulk. The Incredible Hulk was another Marvel creation from the genius mind of Stan Lee. The character debuted in 1962 and thus began a strange evolution of a character that was probably the most tormented in comic book history. The Incredible Hulk was Dr. Bruce Banner. He was a scientist experimenting with gamma rays. Well, one of this experiments went haywire and Banne...

Comic Books - The Hulk Comics

The Hulk is a strong super hero. He is big and he is green, but he is not always The Hulk, he is Bruce Banner. Bruce is a scientist who works for the military. He is working on a machine dealing with gamma rays on a desert testing site when, one day, someone runs out onto the testing ground. Bruce notices the person running out there and he tries to stop the machine from powering up and firing a gamma shot out onto the testing ground. He can't stop the machine, so he throws his body onto the mac...

Incredible Hulk

The Incredible Hulk was a super hero who gained his powers as the result of an accidental exposure to high-intensity gamma radiation. Incredible Hulk, like his alter-ego Bruce Banner, is a kind and gentle person who cares a great deal for humanity. In fact, Banner was saving the life of a young teenager who trespassed onto a bomb testing site and almost died in an explosion. Banner, saved the youth, but in the process exposed his body to an unbelievable amount of gamma rays. Bruce Banner loo...

Hulk

The Hulk wasn?t always green and he didn?t always weigh over a thousand pounds. He can seem scary but a fun birthday party theme for kids. In fact, the Hulk normally weighs about 140 pounds and is an incredibly intelligent man by the name of Bruce Banner ? that is, unless he is angry. These trivia game facts and TV history can be incorporated into a party game.Bruce Banner, worked as a nuclear physicist for the U. S. Department of Defense where he designed the first gamma bomb. The gamma bom...

Incredible Hulk Birthday Party Fun Facts

The Incredible Hulk can be seen as the ultimate superhero to a lot of kids, and lots of adults too. The Hulk, A.K.A. Dr. Robert Bruce Banner is a fictional character who first got his start in Marvel Comics Universe. He has his very own comic book and is one of marvel comics most well recognized characters. Who wouldn?t recognize the Hulk, with his giant muscled torso and green skin? In the Hulk series Dr. Banner became the hulk after he was caught in the explosion of a gamma device of his o...

Hulk Superhero History and Facts

The Hulk, a.k.a the Incredible Hulk has many powers beyond his normal superhuman strength and stamina. He can heal from even major wounds, incredibly quickly as his name implies. Hulk can also speak to and see spiritual or astral bodies from another plane. He is invulnerable to attacks, and he has a strong resistance to mental control. Since the Incredible Hulk was born from exposure to Gamma radiation, he can also absorb prodigious amounts of this radiation and use it to grow stronger.When th...

The Daily Show is a Must See on Comedy Central

Doesnt it seem that today there is nothing but bleak reports to hear on the news? Watching the news can give you a feeling that the world is coming to an end. Hope can be found on Comedy Central by means of The Daily Show with Jon Stewart. Comedy Central features stand-up comedians, shows, and movies that are all meant to make you laugh until you cant breathe. The Daily Show with Jon Stewart is one of Comedy Centrals original programs and, in my opinion, a must-see show. The program offers an en...

I, Fanboy. Are You?

You may be a fanboy and not know it. I'm here to clarify that. There are many ways in which fans of geek culture are coming out of the closet proud of who they are, striking dramatic poses while brandishing homemade superhero costumesright guys? Are you with me here? Anyone?Fanboy n. (fan-boy) A person, male or female, who is a passionate fan of various elements of geek culture (e.g. sci-fi, comics, Star Wars, video games, anime, hobbits, Dungeons and Dragons, etc.), but who lets his passion o...

Baseball Cap Turns Fifty

Golfers wear them and so do Brownies. Every Hollywood director since Steven Spielberg did Jaws considers it part of their work wardrobe. Its a US import which has become an integral part of British society. And this year it has a special birthday. The baseball cap is fifty.Up until 1954, it was up to individual baseball players to choose a hat to keep the sun out their eyes. Some went for straw boaters, others preferred jockey caps. There was no consistency amongst players, let alone teams. So, ...

Batman Begins VS the Fantastic Four. What Next?

Well, it looks like Hollywood keeps it continual pot of revenue filled with, guess what, comic book heroes. Batman Begins and The Fantastic Four are about to duke it out on Hollywood and Vine. An age-old comic book company rivalry is yet renewing the heat this year. I guess all of us comic book aficionados always wonder who would win the battle between such and such superheroes. Well at least in the next few months one way to keep score is to watch the revenues generated between the recently rel...

A Belated Farewell, But He Would've Understood. He Always Loved Me Just the Way I Am.

Ten years ago my sister and I were in a hotel room in the Florida Keys with my sons, one in college, the other in middle school. Theyd been horsing around doing macho stuff as we waiting for the dinner hour. Suddenly the trolley car sound my younger son froze in his tracks, halfway toward the hotel room door and stared at the television, mesmerized. On the bed, his older brother froze in place, delta waves in his eyes. Locked in. My sister and I poked each one to take note as Mister Rogers wove...

How to Get Your Book Reviewed

How to Get Your Book Reviewed by: Caterina ChristakosImagine your book at the top of the Best Sellers List of the New York Times. Most authors do. The question is, "How do I get it there and sell millions of copies?"When planing your book, there is one critical thing that most authors forget - marketing. In the case of book reviewers this means pre-marketing. Most reviewers require a copy of your book at least three months before publication. This is because most book reviewers need time to...

Comic Books - The Superman Saga

In this article we're going to briefly comment on one of the longest running comics in history, Superman. With the not so recent popularity of the hit TV series "Smallville" having celebrated its 100th episode with the killing off of Jonathan Kent, one can't help but think about the entire Superman legacy, not just in comics but on TV and movies as well. Superman started off as a comic hero. The character was created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster in 1933. Jerry Siegel was born in Cleveland, ...

Comic Books History - Part III

In this final issue of comic books history we begin with the year 1933. In 1933, "Detective Dan, Secret Op. 48" was the first comic, sold on the newsstands, with original material in it. It was written by Norman Marsh and published by Humor Publishers Corp. It had a 3 color cardboard cover and was done in black and white. It was 36 pages long, sold for 10 cents and was 10 by 13. The character was actually a Dick Tracy clone and today probably would have been sued for plagiarism. The comic didn't...

History of Comic Books - Part II

In part 2 of comic books history I'll be covering the first half of the Platinum age. The second half will be in the last installment. The Platinum age started with a book that came out in 1897 titled "The Yellow Kid in McFadden's Flats." It was 196 pages long and in black and white. The cost was 50 cents and was published by G. W. Dillingham Company. It was actually part of a series Dillingham did on American authors. The phrase "comic book" was actually coined with this printing as the phrase ...

Comic Books - Justice League

The Justice League comic books consist of all the all time great DC comic book super heroes. These super heroes decided that if they use their powers and work together theycan stop more crime. The Justice League has many members, each bringing something unique to the team. Superman, the man of steel, uses his super strength to smash objects and his flying ability to scout the area. He acts as the leader of the team and tries to keep everyone together. Batman, acts as the lone wolf, meaning tha...

Music Review: Queensryche - Operation Mindcrime 2

In 7 days, Operation Mindcrime 2, the album many diehard Queensryche fans have waited nearly 20 years to hear will hit the record store shelves. Please let me be the first person to tell you that you are far better off downloading the two or three high points of this album than spending your hard earned money at some Megastore buying this feeble attempt at recapturing lost glory. Now, before you dismiss this review, deciding that it has come from one of "those reviewers" who wordily dismisses ev...

Prank Calling in the Modern Age

Do you have King Albert in a can? Such phrases used to be the rage of the Mad Magazine reading youth of the 70's. Today the standard for the prank or crank call has been raised with examples in pop culture television shows such as the Simpson's. There are now even entire shows, such as Comedy Centrals "Crank Yankers", devoted to the art of fooling an unsuspecting phone recipient. So what might we expect in the future? Well technology is beginning open some intriguing possibilities. I remember a...

Wonder Woman (DVD) Review

Nominated for a single Emmy in its short three season stint, Wonder Woman - which premiered in 1976 - was the third attempt by the major networks to bring the popular comic book character to TV. Created as the result of a collaboration between the multi-talented William M. Marston and DC Comics publisher Maxwell Gaines, Wonder Woman made her world premiere in a 1941 comic book. The final product of Gaines' request for a female comic book hero, Marston never lived to see his creation become a tel...

How to Search for Collectible Comics on the Web

Looking for rare and collectible comic books? Whether you are a seasoned collector of Golden Age comics or just starting with some recent back issues, finding the comic you want, when you want it could be a daunting task. Where to Find Comics The two best places to find comics are the Internet and the world famous San Diego Comic-Con. Visiting the local comic store is still an option, but your changes of finding that Amazing Spider-Man #1 is slim. In this article, we'll focus on how to find c...

Six Wonderful iPod Accessories

Copyright 2006 Jack Knows Inc. The iPod has spawned an entire market and entranced a generation. The elegance and power of this mighty music player is a thing of beauty. Because of the iPod's popularity, third parties have turned to making iPod accessories in a bewildering array. I thought it would be fun to give you some of the best, most innovative iPod accessories out there. Pocket Bar & Grill - This is a great little program that, of course, offers up a great array of recipes. Enrique ...

Comics Books: Our Own Worst Enemy?

Like most comic publishers I spend quite a bit of time thinking about the state of the industry and how to make it better ? well, truthfully, how to make my little corner of it better. After spending a lot of time thinking it over and discussing what everyone perceives to be the main elements leading to the downfall of comics (the distributor monopoly, for example), I realized what the biggest problem and killer really is: the industry.I believe most of the problems that we encounter ?in the ind...

Justice League Party Trivia and Facts

Little kids love the Justice League cartoons, Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Flash, Green Lantern, Aquaman, and Martian Manhunter. The team has also included the Green Arrow, Atom, Hawkman, Black Canary, Captain Marval, and Plastic Man. Little kids often ask for a party with a Justice League theme. You may be able to find lots of party supplies and decorations with this theme but you might have trouble coming up with party games ideas related to the theme. A good trivia game is always fun an...

1960's Batman TV Series

Batman one of the best movie of all time, from cartoon series, tv series, and even on the big screen. Lots of people specially kids really love this movie. This movies have lots of award. Some of this are:Batman Awards:Academy 1989 Best Art Direction Anton Furst 1989 Best Art Direction Peter YoungGolden Globe 1989 Best Actor - Musical or Comedy Jack NicholsonPEO 1989 Best Film (in Drama)and more..The 1960s Batman TV series focuses on Bruce Wayne, a multi-billionaire living in crime capital G...

8 Ways to Prevent a Cardiac Event

So, when is YOUR next cardiac event scheduled? Not long ago, the Duke University Medical Center published a report confirming that stress management appears to reduce the long-term chances of heart patients having another "cardiac event" and also provides an immediate and significant cost savings.According to the study, "The team found a financial benefit of stress management strategies within the first year of the study. Average costs for patients who utilized stress management were $1,228 per ...

Comics History

Comics have existed for ages and have developed extensively, especially over the last century. The history of comics has had a boost after World War II as the popularity of comics increased sharply. People had more leisure time and most important: more money to afford luxury products such as comic books. Although cartoons can be seen as luxury goods, it also had other functions in society over time. The fun part of reading comic strips is likely to be seen as one of the most important features t...

George Trendle - Biography of the Man Who Invented The Lone Ranger

George Trendle was a lawyer who specialized in movie and theatrical contracts. As with any lawyer, he was never short of money. However, he would often be a key negotiator in some big money deals which must have left him wondering if he was on the right side of the fence. His chance to jump came in 1928 when John King offered Trendle a 25% stake in his Kunsky Theaters company. King wanted Trendle on board for a good reason. He knew that Trendle was a hard, ruthless and obstinate negotiator and K...

Toons On Garments

Cartoon characters are something with which we have grown up with. Every kid loves to associate with one or the other cartoon characters. World of animation is full of imagination and creativity. Here imagination knows no limits. We come across various cartoon characters like Tom, Jerry, Mickey, Popeye, Tweety, etc. They all represent different personalities aspect derived from our day-to-day encounters with various living and non-living things like Mickey is a mouse, Richie rich is a millionair...

Staying in the Wrong Job

Look around you. There's a host of people working in jobs that are, shall we say, less than rewarding. If it were not true, the acronym T.G.I.F. wouldn't exist. The reasons most people give are legion: "I have a family to support"..."We need the benefits"..."This is all I know"..."It's a tough job market, I'm better off staying where I am"..."I've only got a few more years to retirement"..."We couldn't afford a pay cut"..."I'm too young"..."I'm too old"..."I don't know the right people"... and o...

Cleveland Laughs

Bob Hope, Tim Conway, Arsenio Hall, Drew Carey, Steve Harvey. These entertainers and others have started their careers in Cleveland before hitting the national comedy scene. With every city that produces such a stream of talent, one wonders if there is something tangible to which to attribute the legacy. Is there something instrinsically funny about Cleveland or its residents, and where can one go to experience stage humor in the city today?British-born Leslie Townes "Bob" Hope moved to the U.S....

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