A history of Marvel's iconic character, Black Panther. Wiacek discusses key themes and storylines, with character studies, historical insights, and a discussion on the philosophical importance in the 1960s of a comic book with an all-black cast of heroes and villains.

At head of title: Marvel. Includes index. Item is not a graphic novel.

Man of the moment -- Prince of heroes -- Man of mystery -- Defender of the faith -- Heavy sits the crown -- Out of Africa -- The most dangerous man alive -- The end of days -- Once and future king.