Ta-Nehisi Coates puts Captain America in his darkest days in a politically charged deluxe tome published by Panini Comics’ Marvel Deluxe line.
The connection between Captain America and politics has always been there, but perhaps more prominent than ever in recent years. Ta-Nehisi Coates’ work at the helm of the character’s main series hasn’t exactly bucked this trend, something we can now confirm thanks to Panini Comics and the first volume that comes to us under the title to complete his run. Marvel Deluxe. Captain America by Ta-Nehisi Coates 1 Winter in America.
Captain America in the presidency of Donald Trump
In the house of thought, they always wear blue instead of red when it comes to political colors (remember the cross between Barack Obama and Spiderman), so it is important to raise a character like Steve Rogers at once. It was no easy task when the slogan “Make America Great Again” was at the top of every Donald Trump’s electorate.
Perhaps Coates was actually thinking of that chapter of his country’s history when he set the first story arc in American Winter and introduced the Frank-based antagonists into the plot. David Mazzucchelli is known as a nook sporting a United States flag on his face.
The parallels and double readings are here for those who want to see them, as well as characters such as General Thunder Ross or the Inspector, but this does not mean that this is the only aspect that you can enjoy. Coates is a brilliant storyteller, and although his use of the written word to the detriment of visual presentation is evident in his fictional character, he does a truly competent job here.
Perhaps at some point a more explosive and surprising touch could be lost to the plot or more colorful and shocking scenes, but Coates is true to himself and his style, and that is something to be admired.
From a dedicated journalist to a Marvel Comics scriptwriter
Son of the Black Panther (we’re talking about the political movement here, not the King of Wakanda) Coates, mostly A. Social in nature, usually associated with the African American community.
This work added to the publishing of books, he is a serious and talented storyteller, helped Marvel Comics to welcome him with open arms and give him the series that was born: T’Challa. We can see that guy is not your typical sleepless comic book writer. Cote’s stories were loaded with his political ideas and were unusually iron-clad in his commitment to bringing superhero comics into social and cross-cultural reading.
And that’s how CB Cebulski saw the good screenwriter in Coates to get Captain America out of the predicament he got Nick Spencer in, because after that level we basically had a Nazi with a shield (yes, all because of the Cosmic Cube and such, but wow).
The best Leinil Francis Yu
Filipino artist Leinil Francis Yu is a Marvel Comics classic, despite his work in other publishers such as Wildstorm or DC Comics, where he directed none other than Superman.
Although he was a truly decisive figure, his work was controversial on many occasions, certainly using a variety of recurring stylistic resources that not everyone liked. Works like Secret Invasion and New Avengers with Brian Michael Bendis or Super Crooks and Superior with Mark Millar have brought him equal joy and displeasure in their reception.
But this time we will definitely face the best version of this cartoonist. His curves are still there, his style is completely recognizable, but you can see that his lines are more polished than ever and his narration is more natural and strong.
On the other hand, here’s Adam Kubert, who is always a safe bet. Together, they create a story that is very different from what we usually find in stories of this type. The point of view here shines for its honesty and simplicity, and the truth is that such a political and social plot is perfect for a character that screams for such a story. This is how a true icon is built.
Published by Panini Comics in hardcover, the volume contains 376 color pages measuring 17 x 26 cm. And includes a translation of the first fifteen issues of the American edition of Captain America, in addition to the covers of all the issues included, titled The Stateless Captain by Ivan Noda Diaz, and an extensive gallery of alternate covers. dead end . The recommended retail price is €44 and it goes on sale in August 2023.
Marvel Deluxe. Captain America by Ta-Nehisi Coates 1 Winter in America
A new beginning! New team! From “Winter in America,” Ta-Nehisi Coates’ impressive stage debut, and the second arc of “Captain Nothing” with Lenill Francis Yu and Adam Kubert, respectively.
In a dramatic moment, the delegation of freedom faces an enemy that twists everything it stands for.
Authors: Lenil Francis Yu, Ta-Nehisi Coates, Gerry Alangulan, Sunny Cho, and Adam Kubert