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Eric Grundhauser is a Brooklyn-based writer, editor, and former Marvel staffer. His work has been featured on NPR, History Channel, Vanity Fair, The AV Club, The Guardian, and Atlas Obscura.

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**Get to know your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man!

*Peter Parker isn't a millionaire, super scientist, or secret spy. In fact, his normal life (outside of that pesky spider bite that gave him unique powers) is what makes him so beloved. Spider-Man For Dummies* unweaves the web of this friendly neighborhood super hero and dives into how Spider-Man came to be. Produced in partnership with Marvel Comics, this fun and friendly guide features full-color art taken directly from the comics. You'll be able to observe first-hand the evolution of the spider-suit and uncover the powers of this iconic hero. Get to know the other major characters that play a part in Peter's life, both family and foes, and learn more about Spider-Man's credo: "With great power there must also come great responsibility." Before long, you'll understand how an unassuming kid from Queens managed to secure his spot as one of the great Marvel super heroes.

• Discover the origins of Spider-Man's arachnid abilities
• Trace the evolution of the spider-suit
• Meet the friends, family, and foes featured in the comics
• Understand Spider-Man's inner struggles through triumph and tragedy

• Explore the epic crossovers and greatest Spider-Man team-ups
  For super fans, casual comic book readers, and people new to Marvel super heroes altogether, Spider-Man For Dummies has something to make everyone's Spidey-Sense tingle.

  Inhalt

  Introduction 1

  Part 1: First Bitten: The Origins of Spider-Man 3

  Chapter 1: Who Is Spider-Man? 5

  Chapter 2: On the Creation of Spider-Man 23

  Chapter 3: Spider-Man's Powers and Gear 39

  Part 2: Spider-Man's Tangled Web: Friends, Enemies, Lovers, and Spiders 61

  Chapter 4: Spider-Man's Amazing Friends 63

  Chapter 5: The Sinister Foes of Spider-Man 89

  Chapter 6: Spider-Man's Mighty Marvel Team-Ups 119

  Part 3: The Philosophy of Spider-Man 135

  Chapter 7: The Story Behind the Stories: Spidey's Inspirations 137

  Chapter 8: Finding Meaning in the Stories 153

  Part 4: Spider-Man's Greatest Challenges 167

  Chapter 9: Spider-Man's Greatest Challenges 169

  Chapter 10: Epic Marvel Crossovers 193

  Part 5: The Part of Tens 217

  Chapter 11: Ten Notable Spider-Man Variants 219

  Chapter 12: Ten Stories That Let Spidey's Villains Shine 227

  Index 237