Betty Byrd Development

The

Adventures

of

A Short Story

By Susie Christian and Grace Wheeler

Dedication

I wish to dedicate this undertaking to my first large bird, Venus, who was an eclectus parrot. She was an exceptionally beautiful spirit and came into my life in 1987, but only lived about ten years. Venus inspired me to do many things back then and is still inspiring me today.

Susie Christian, 9/28/2015

Vulcan and Venus. Venus is the beautiful red parrot on the left, and Vulcan was her mate.

The Development of Betty Byrd

Pop X: The Rise of the Super-Heroes

and Their Impact on Pop Culture

A Smithsonian Educational Project

1. Mythic and Iconic Inspirations

Venus: The Inspiration for the Superhero Betty Byrd

2. Social Issues and Superpowers

Betty Byrd: The Protector of the Elderly

3. Superhero Origin Story and Alter Ego

Venus and the Origin of Betty Byrd

4. The Supervillain

Vulcan and the Origin of Supervillain Scissorman

5. The Story

The Adventures of Betty Byrd (or Betty Bryd vs. Scissorman)