Astro City, Dark Ages by Kurt Busiek
Book One: Brothers and Other Strangers
Set against the backdrop of a city teeming with superheroes and villains, the narrative unfolds over two decades, chronicling the lives of two brothers, Charles and Royal Williams. Their journey is marked by a deep-seated animosity towards the super-powered beings that dominate their world, stemming from a tragic event in their childhood. As they navigate the complex landscape of Astro City, their paths diverge, with Charles becoming a police officer and Royal descending into a life of crime. The story explores themes of family, revenge, and redemption, painting a vivid picture of a city where the lines between heroism and villainy are often blurred.
- Published
- 2009
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 160-200
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(4.0)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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