The Greatest Batman Stories Ever Told

(DC, 1989)
™ and © DC Comics

With Batman Begins due in theaters soon, the time has come for fans to revisit classic stories from Batman’s 66-year history. This volume collects 12 stories: from Detective Comics #33, #439, and #574, Batman #5, #62, #156, #250 and #251, DC Special Series #15 and #21 (it’s good to see these again), Legends of the Dark Knight #79; and Batman: Gotham Knights #32. These stories represent the definitive storylines and notable appearances of the most deadly Batman villains. Some of the best and brightest DC creators are represented.

With different art styles and interpretations—from Frank Miller, Neal Adams, and Marshall Rogers to numerous Bob Kane ghosts (Sheldon Moldoff, Dick Sprang, et al.)—the visual evolution of Batman is enjoyable. From simple art renderings to the later smooth stylings, the essence of Batman is clear: Fear me. I am a creature of the night. I am vengeance. This collection does contain the Greatest Batman Stories Ever Told. For now.

— Tim Lasiuta

Jump to issue:

Notes

Writer

Artist

Book #1

Cover Price: $15.95
4 copies available from $5.50

Gardner Fox, Bill Finger, Bob Kane, Dennis O’Neil, Frank Robbins, Archie Goodwin, Steve Englehart, Bob Rozakis, Len Wein, Alan Brennert

Bob Kane, Jerry Robinson, George Roussos, Jack Burnley, Charles Paris, Lew Schwartz, Dick Sprang, Jim Mooney, Sheldon Moldoff, Stan Kaye, Carmine Infantino, Joe Giella, Neal Adams, Dick Giordano, Frank Robbins, Jim Aparo, Alex Toth, Marshall Rogers, Michael Golden, Walt Simonson, Joe Staton, George Freeman

Book #1 (Hardcover Edition)

January, 1989
Cover Price: $24.95
1 copy available for $98.00

Gardner Fox, Bill Finger, Bob Kane, Dennis O’Neil, Frank Robbins, Archie Goodwin, Steve Englehart, Bob Rozakis, Len Wein, Alan Brennert