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Name: Slugfest
Author: Reed Tucker

Slugfest offers a comprehensive look at the historic competition between Marvel and DC, the leading forces in the comic book world. Drawing on industry interviews, it details the strategies these giants have used—from idea theft and employee poaching to price wars—to outmaneuver each other. The book shows how their battles have driven not only sales but also cultural relevance, turning iconic superheroes into global brands worth billions. With no true end to the rivalry, Slugfest illustrates why the stakes for both companies—and their fans—remain higher than ever.

First publish date: 2017

Genre: History/Modern History

Authors: Reed Tucker

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