- Paperback: 144 pages
- Publisher: Chronicle Books; 1 edition (July 15 2006)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0811852008
- ISBN-13: 978-0811852005
- Product Dimensions: 21.3 x 15.5 x 1.3 cm
- Shipping Weight: 204 g
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #775,512 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Even caped crusaders can sometimes use a little guidance on life's tricky issues. A hilarious satire on pop psychology, Does This Cape Make Me Look Fat? offers illustrated self-help advice on the subjects of costume choice and self-esteem, guilt and x-ray vision, getting along with a sidekick, negotiating a secret identity at work, and more. The action-packed, comic-book style also includes practical advice, from avoiding lawsuits to maintaining super hair.
About the Author
Chelsea Cain and Marc Mohan (both Portland, Oregon) protect and serve the greater Portland metropolitan area. Lia Miternique (Portland) is an illustrator whose artwork can leap tall buildings in a single bound.
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In many ways, the life of a superhero is fantastically exciting: the intergalactic battles, the opportunities for travel, the cape. Read the first page
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4.2 out of 5 stars (6 customer reviews)
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Hilarious!, Aug 31 2010
By Naida L. - Published on Amazon.com
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I took this to work and we laughed all day. It is a wonderful spoof on Super Heroes. I gave it to my artist-son and he is sharing it with all of his friends. I've given it as gifts to three friends who have requested I buy more to share. It is the most fun I've had in a long time. If you are a Super Hero comic book lover, this is a must-have for your collection.
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LOL!, Feb 11 2009
By D. Pool - Published on Amazon.com
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This review is from: Does This Cape Make Me Look Fat?: Pop Psychology for Superheroes (Paperback)
This is quite possibly the most funny thing I have read for pop-psychology ever. I loved it! This is set up as a manual to new super heroes wanting to be prepared for the psychological trauma they might get into being a super hero. This is even a fairly good study book, if you want a break from undergraduate studies, but still want something to keep your mind on psychology. I absolutely loved the dealing with side kicks, mentioning that most are orphans so what to expect from them. Also almost every page has wonderful drawings, making it just fun to flip though.
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful
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Super-Empowering!, July 30 2007
By Adrienne M Prince "Mothership" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Does This Cape Make Me Look Fat?: Pop Psychology for Superheroes (Paperback)
This is an amazing book, one of my all-time favorites! Most self-help books are so serious they really annoy me, but this one is perfect.Some people might not 'get it' but anyone who relates to the Superhero archetype (social activists, therapists, social workers, etc.) will find this to be a compassionate and funny read. The authors and illustrator really understand the mythic mind and issues that face the superhero - including managing one's secret identity, sex and romance with super-team colleagues, and coping with the paralyzing insecurities that plague the super-gifted.
An invaluable support in living lightly with one's compulsion to save the world.
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