This week, we conclude our discussion of Ultimate Spider-Man, and discuss the second volume, Learning Curve. How does Peter Parker navigate the boundaries of society? How can a book stay continuity-light but bind itself to the original comic text? Is MJ or JJJ the best character in Spider-Man’s supporting cast?
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Footnotes:
- Ultimate Spider-Man: Learning Curve (Bendis)
- Peter Parker: Spectacular Spider-Man (Chip Zdarsky)
- Patsy Walker AKA Hellcat! (Kate Leth)
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