Man of Steel, Woman of Kleenex Man of Steel, Woman of Kleenex Man of Steel, Woman of Kleenex is a 1969 essay in which science fiction author Larry Niven details the problems that Superman would face in sexual intercourse and reproduction with a human woman, using arguments based on humorous reconciliation between physics, biology, and the abilities of Kryptonians as presented in Superman comic books. The issues discussed include Superman's loss of physical control during intercourse, the presumed "super powers" of Superman's sperm cells, genetic incompatibility between humans and Kryptonians, and the dangers to the woman during gestation. The title is a reference to Superman's power
Kismet, Man of Fate Kismet, Man of Fate Kismet, Man of Fate is a fictional character, a superhero published by Elliot Publishing Company in the Golden Age of Comic Books. The series features adventures of an Algerian superhero who was thought lost by the Allies at the end of World War II. The character originally appeared in "Bomber Comics" #1 (1944), making him the first identified Muslim superhero. During the wartime boom of adventure comics, Elliot Publishing Company, best known for their "Classics Illustrated" series (as The Gilberton Company, Inc.), launched "Bomber Comics", featuring several new heroes (e.g. boxer Kid Dixon, sky ace Eagle