X-Men is one of the most popular comic book franchises
ever, with successful spin-offs that include several feature films,
cartoon series, bestselling video games, and merchandise. This is
the first look at the deeper issues of the X-Men universe and the
choices facing its powerful "mutants," such as identity, human
ethics versus mutant morality, and self-sacrifice.
J. Jeremy Wisnewski (Oneonta, NY) is Assistant Professor of
Philosophy at Hartwick College and the editor of Family Guy and
Philosophy (978-1-4051-6316-3) and The Office and Philosophy
(978-1-4051-7555-5). Rebecca Housel (Rochester, NY) is a professor
at Rochester Institute of Technology, where she teaches about
writing and pop culture. For William Irwin's biography, please see
below.
