The Virtues of Captain America: Modern-day Lessons on Character from a World War II Superhero (repost)

The first look at the philosophy behind the Captain America comics and movies, publishing in advance of the movie release of Captain America: The Winter Solider in April 2014.

In The Virtues of Captain America, philosopher and long–time comics fan Mark D. White argues that the core principles, compassion, and judgment exhibited by the 1940 s comic book character Captain America remain relevant to the modern world. Simply put, "Cap" embodies many of the classical virtues that have been important to us since the days of the ancient Greeks: honesty, courage, loyalty, perseverance, and, perhaps most importantly, honor. Full of entertaining examples from more than 50 years of comic books, White offers some serious philosophical discussions of everyone s favorite patriot in a light–hearted and accessible way.
Presents serious arguments on the virtues of Captain America while being written in a light–hearted and often humorous tone
Introduces basic concepts in moral and political philosophy to the general reader
Utilizes examples from 50 years of comics featuring Captain America, the Avengers, and other Marvel superheroes
Affirms the value of "old–fashioned" virtues for the modern world without indulging in nostalgia for times long passed
Reveals the importance of the sound principles that America was founded upon