Alan Moore

A complete guide to the comics work of the writer Alan Moore, this book helps readers explore one of the genre’s most important, compelling and subversive writers.In an accessible and easy-to-navigate format, the book covers:· Moore’s comics career – from his early work in 2000AD to his breakthrough graphic novels and his later battles with the industry· Moore’s major works – including Watchmen, V for Vendetta, Saga of the Swamp Thing and Promethea· Key themes and contexts – from Moore’s subversion of the superhero genre and metafictional techniques to his creative collaborations and battles with the industry for creator control· Critical approaches to Moore’s workThe book includes a bibliography of critical work on Moore and discussion questions for classroom use.