Dive into the history ofone of the greatest Super Heroes of all time with this deluxe book exploring thecreation and legacy of the Dark Knight.
Since his debut inDetective Comics in 1939, Batman has become an iconic part of Americanpopular culture. From his early days as a master sleuth to his campy,TV-inspired "New Look" in the 1960s and gritty reinvention in thelate twentieth century, Batman has remained popular as a rare superpowerlesshero: a man with genius-level intellect, mastery of martial arts, and asingular, obsessive mission to rid his city of crime, whatever the cost tohimself.
This book celebratesBatman's 80th Anniversary in 2019 and traces his history across eighty years ofcomics, cartoons, live-action TV shows, and major motion pictures exploring thehistory 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 removableinsert items, providing a unique, immersive experience for fans. Comprehensive,compelling, and filled with previously unseen treasures, Batman: TheDefinitive History ofthe Dark Knight in Comics, Film, and Beyond isthe 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.
