Dive into the history of
one of the greatest Super Heroes of all time with this deluxe book exploring the
creation and legacy of the Dark Knight.
Since his debut in
Detective Comics in 1939, Batman has become an iconic part of American
popular culture. From his early days as a master sleuth to his campy,
TV-inspired "New Look" in the 1960s and gritty reinvention in the
late twentieth century, Batman has remained popular as a rare superpowerless
hero: a man with genius-level intellect, mastery of martial arts, and a
singular, obsessive mission to rid his city of crime, whatever the cost to
himself.
This book celebrates
Batman's 80th Anniversary in 2019 and traces his history across eighty years of
comics, cartoons, live-action TV shows, and major motion pictures exploring the
history and legacy of the Caped Crusader through his many incarnations.
Featuring exciting never-before-seen imagery and commentary from key writers,
artists, filmmakers, and more, this book also includes a variety of removable
insert items, providing a unique, immersive experience for fans. Comprehensive,
compelling, and filled with previously unseen treasures, Batman: The
Definitive History of the Dark Knight in Comics, Film, and Beyond is
the ultimate guide to the legendary hero.
An immersive visual history of the eighty years of the Caped Crusader's reign over comic fans' imaginations to date, featuring seldom-seen images and new interviews with the lineage of creators who have kept the character and stories fresh and relevant across iterations.
