A review by rysmi
Superman: The High-Flying History of the Man of Steel by Larry Tye

4.0

First I want to thank Random House for sending me a copy of the book during a Goodreads giveaway. Now for my review. A very readable book on the history of one of America's strongest and longest lasting heroes. The book provides contextual history in a way that makes you reconsider the shaping of Superman and provides an understanding for the progress his story has made over the many log decades he has entertained people all over the world. The only reason I would not give it 5 stars is that while the language is reader friendly, the lack of clear chronology sacrificed for subject heavy chapters. Often I got lost trying to figure out what was going on when. The author continuously makes side notes reminding you but I would rather have read a chronological history with subject brought in. Or at least a clear time line on the front or back of the book offering information about who was in charge during what year and what mediums the saga of superman explored. Still, an excellent book for new comers and devoted persons alike.l