It's been a decade since the Civil Defense Corps was exposed
as a fraud created by the U.S. Government for propaganda purposes. While most of
the heroes who survived the catastrophe have retired or disappeared, the New
American still carries on, trying to keep communities safe amid the social
turmoil of the 1970s. But with the nation split in two over civil rights and the
changing political landscape, this isn't easy. Some of the American's former
colleagues are on opposite sides of the law: Amber Waves joined a group of
domestic terrorists, while Missy, a.k.a. Ole Miss, has thrown her hat into the
political ring. As the ground shifts beneath his feet and new threats arise,
which side will the American choose? This sequel to the hit miniseries by the
original team of writer John Ridley (Oscar-winning screenwriter of 12 Years a
Slave and creator of TV's American Crime) and artist Georges Jeanty (Buffy the
Vampire Slayer: Season Eight, Serenity: No Power in the 'Verse) moves the story
forward in history, factoring in how real-life events might be affected by the
presence of superheroes, and how those events change the heroes in turn. Look
for American Way #1 of 6 to ship on Wednesday July 5th. |