--- product_id: 1701756 title: "Superman versus the Ku Klux Klan: The True Story of How the Iconic Superhero Battled the Men of Hate" price: "$45.97" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 10 url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/1701756-superman-versus-the-ku-klux-klan-the-true-story-how store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # Superman versus the Ku Klux Klan: The True Story of How the Iconic Superhero Battled the Men of Hate **Price:** $45.97 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Superman versus the Ku Klux Klan: The True Story of How the Iconic Superhero Battled the Men of Hate - **How much does it cost?** $45.97 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/1701756-superman-versus-the-ku-klux-klan-the-true-story-how) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description This book tells a group of intertwining stories that culminate in the historic 1947 collision of the Superman Radio Show and the Ku Klux Klan. It is the story of the two Cleveland teenagers who invented Superman as a defender of the little guy and the New York wheeler-dealers who made him a major media force. It is the story Ku Klux Klan's development from a club to a huge money-making machine powered by the powers of fear and hate and of the folklorist who--along with many other activists-- took on the Klan by wielding the power of words. Above all, it tells the story of Superman himself--a modern mythical hero and an embodiment of the cultural reality of his times--from the Great Depression to the present. National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources. Visit www.natgeoed.org/commoncore for more information. Review: Important backstory information - This was a very informative read from a trusted source, viz., National Geographic. In a lively series of chapters, a radio program recounting the adventures of a popular fictional character is revealed as the main weapon able to counter the resurgence of the KKK in post-WW II America. All the main characters in this real-life drama are introduced and their roles described in what seems to be a dramatic story taken right from the pages of a comic book! Review: Superman versus the KKK - If you loved the old TV show or radio show or even the current versions of Superman or just love comic book history, you will love this book. It is right up your alley of interest. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #430,362 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #60 in Teen & Young Adult 20th Century United States History #67 in Teen & Young Adult Nonfiction on Prejudice (Books) #87 in Teen & Young Adult Historical Biographies | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 107 Reviews | ## Images ![Superman versus the Ku Klux Klan: The True Story of How the Iconic Superhero Battled the Men of Hate - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81xgM2qXOiL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Important backstory information *by D***E on September 30, 2023* This was a very informative read from a trusted source, viz., National Geographic. In a lively series of chapters, a radio program recounting the adventures of a popular fictional character is revealed as the main weapon able to counter the resurgence of the KKK in post-WW II America. All the main characters in this real-life drama are introduced and their roles described in what seems to be a dramatic story taken right from the pages of a comic book! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Superman versus the KKK *by M***W on September 10, 2024* If you loved the old TV show or radio show or even the current versions of Superman or just love comic book history, you will love this book. It is right up your alley of interest. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ An interesting segment of history. *by H***E on June 30, 2014* I found this a very readable, fascinating account of the creation of Superman and how this fictional superhero was used to fight the Ku Klux Klan. I've heard the story of Superman's creation before but not in as complete a fashion as is explained here. It's an interesting story about two Jewish teenagers growing up during the Great Depression who desperately wanted to join the comics industry. But neither could ever imagine their creation becoming the phenomenon it did. Unfortunately for them, they turned the copyright over to DC Comics (normal procedure at the time) and as a result didn't receive the benefits they should have. But Superman has throughout his history provided not only entertainment but the idea that good can defeat evil, even the real thing. The Ku Klux Klan may not have started out as an organization of evil but it certainly became one. What I didn't know was that it petered out after their extreme acts of violence got out of control. Reading about the deliberate reincarnation of the organization was a bit sickening, but ironically it seems that the people responsible for its recreation were more interested in money than ideology. Unfortunately, many of those who joined the organization did fully buy into the hate and fear that the organization encouraged and often acted on it, violently. Seeing these two stories come full circle when the Superman radio show decided to have Superman face an organization that clearly represented the KKK. This book represents the impact that even a fictional character can have on the history of a nation. The power of propaganda for good or evil can easily be seen in this story, a story that happens to be true. A great example of the kind of history book that children will want to pick up and read. There is however a lot of text here, more photos and extras would have been nice. But the story is compelling enough to make up for that, but reluctant readers will be put off by the amount of text. A great read though for more advanced readers. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/1701756-superman-versus-the-ku-klux-klan-the-true-story-how](https://www.desertcart.us/products/1701756-superman-versus-the-ku-klux-klan-the-true-story-how) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-07-04*