Vertigo Essentials: The American Way #1
DC · 2017 · 1 issue
About the series
A single-issue revival of the classic series, this 2017 DC one-shot from writer John Ridley and artist Georges Jeanty reexamines the Cold War-era world of government-sponsored superheroes. It expands on the original premise of flawed, manufactured American icons navigating a nation's crisis of identity. This entry matters as a focused, modern update to a cult-favorite concept, showcasing Ridley's talent for political and social commentary within the superhero genre.