64 Years Later, Marvel Comics' Best Line Is The Greatest Quote In Superhero History

When looking for words of profound wisdom, Marvel is not the obvious place to start. From the first issue in 1939, the comics have pioneered the superhero genre, which is, at its core, about people with unusual powers and abilities. While some of the best classic superheroes are ordinary people who have become extraordinary through events like a spider bite, most do not lead ordinary lives. Superheroes are one of the most enduring forms of escapism, and it is easy to write off the artwork, witty one-liners and flashy superhero costumes as simple entertainment, but this is not the case.