Meet the extraordinary mutants that make up the X-Men

What started with five teenagers with unique abilities and the world's most powerful telepath grew into a school filled with gifted students and teachers. Between internal struggles, powerful enemies, and conflicting agendas, what could possibly go wrong? X-Men For Dummies unravels the complexities that come with having mutant abilities and being charged with protecting a world that fears your existence. Created in collaboration with Marvel and filled with striking artwork from the comics, X-Men For Dummies highlights Professor Charles Xavier's dream to protect and educate the next generation of mutants and their evolution to one of the most iconic super hero teams of all time.

* Uncover what a mutant is and the dueling philosophies about their role in society

* Get to know the mutants introduced in X-Men comics - from Professor X to Magneto, Wolverine, Cyclops, Jean Grey, Storm, Beast, and beyond

* Explore the team's greatest battles, triumphs, and tragedies

* Meet the X-Men's foes and allies

Whether you're a first-time fan or have been reading since the first comic, X-Men For Dummies is your first class guide to all things X-Men!