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Joseph Shuster ( / ˈʃuːstər / SHOO-stər; July 10, 1914 – July 30, 1992), [3] [4] [5] was a Canadian-American comic book artist best known for co-creating the DC Comics character Superman, with Jerry Siegel, in Action Comics #1 ( cover-dated June 1938). Shuster was involved in a number of legal battles over ownership of the Superman character.
- Canadian, American
- Penciller, Artist
A graphic novel that tells the heartbreaking story of Joe Shuster, the co-creator of Superman, from his perspective. The book explores his life, his friendship with Jerry Siegel, his struggles with eyesight and poverty, and his legacy in the comics industry. Learn how he became the narrator of his own story and how he received recognition and a pension from DC Comics.
Joe Shuster (1914-1992) is best known for creating the world’s first superhero, Superman, in collaboration with writer Jerry Siegel. When they first met in 1930, Shuster and Siegel were two shy, unpopular Jewish teens from Cleveland who shared an affection for science-fiction pulp magazines.
Joe Shuster was one of the creators of Superman, the iconic comic book character that debuted in 1938. He had a long and bitter legal battle with DC Comics over the rights to Superman, and died in 1992.
- July 10, 1914
- July 30, 1992
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Jun 16, 2008 · Joe Shuster was a cartoonist who co-created the Superman comic book character with Jerry Siegel in 1933. He also worked on other science fiction and adventure stories, and later became blind and sued for royalties. Learn more about his life, career, and legacy in this article by Alan Hustak.
Aug 3, 1992 · Aug. 3, 1992 12 AM PT. TIMES STAFF WRITER. Joe Shuster, who changed the dimension of comic books 54 years ago when he helped create the invincible Superman, yet had to watch through failing...
Jul 9, 2019 · A graphic biography of Joe Shuster, the co-creator of Superman, who worked with his partner Jerry Siegel to create the iconic comic book hero. The book explores his life, career, and legacy, as well as the challenges and controversies he faced from the industry and the public. Learn about his love for comics, art, and his quiet humility in the face of adversity.
