Secret History of Wonder Woman by Jill Lapore

A riveting work of historical detection revealing that the origin of one of the world's most iconic superheroes hides within it a fascinating family story - and a crucial history of twentieth century feminism. Wonder Woman, created in 1941, is the most popular female superhero of all time Aside from Superman and Batman, no superhero has lasted as long or commanded so vast and wildly passionate a following. Like every other supehero, Wonder Woman has a secret identity. Unlike every other superhero, she also has a secret history.