Multicultural comics: Blue Beetle
Posted by: Rich Watson on April 12, 2008 at 12:07 pm
I read a trade paperback of the DC superhero title Blue Beetle, and it’s not bad. The third incarnation of the character is a Hispanic kid, and the approach taken with this series has been very much in the classic vein, with an actual supporting cast, a learning curve for the character in the use of his powers, and a steady stream of villains. While it’s gotten a bit of love online, it hasn’t really translated into big sales so far. This month’s issue, #26, (due the 30th), will be entirely in Spanish, with the English script as bonus material. Writer Jai Nitz talks about the story.
2 Responses to "Multicultural comics: Blue Beetle"
1 | David Brothers
Blue Beetle’s first 25 issues ended up being one of those reads that just comes out incredibly good when taken as a whole. The last year or so of the series was a number of one or two-parters that ended up interlocking (in hindsight) for a great last three issues.
I highly recommend the book. One of the most fun things DC has done in ages.
2 | mathan
I second that.
Blue Beetle is is easily one of the best DCU reads. Great art, great writing and great characters.
