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The Spider, Volume 1: Terror of the Zombie Queen
David Liss - 2013
But the New York City Wentworth returns to is riddled with crime and corruption. With the police overwhelmed and a populace helpless, Wentworth becomes The Spider, a vigilante as ruthless and merciless as the criminals he hunts. But now there's a new danger on the rise. A deranged woman called Anput has begun a series of attacks that turn ordinary citizens into mindless zombies, bringing New York and the police force to its knees. Wentworth will stop at nothing to save the city he's sworn to protect, but in the process he will risk his family, his friends, and the woman he still loves. Written by bestselling novelist David Liss (Black Panther, Mystery Men) with stunning art by Colton Worley (Dracula, Lobster Johnson), The Spider is dark, hard-hitting neo-pulp at its best. Collecting issues #1-6 of the critically acclaimed series, The Spider, along with a complete cover gallery.
Batman Chronicles: The Gauntlet #1
Bruce Canwell - 1997
But his game of hide-and-seek becomes deadly when Robin stops what appears to be a simple mugging and inadvertently intercepts key information. Now he's the target of a ruthless mob boss, his deadly gang of thugs, the GCPD and, of course, Batman himself, who races to find his young ward before it's too late.
Batman: Secrets
Sam Kieth - 2007
Now, he brings that vision to Batman in a story that pits the Dark Knight against the Joker -- all under the unforgiving eye of the media. Their confrontation is caught on film, and Gotham City's protector appears to pummel his archenemy without mercy. The Joker uses this to frame Batman in the court of public opinion while the media hover like vultures, ready to convict before all the facts are in.
The Dark Knight Returns: The Last Crusade
Frank Miller - 2016
Poison Ivy. Selina Kyle. And the last Robin.
Batgirl and the Birds of Prey: Rebirth #1
Julie Benson - 2016
And not only do they know her secret, they’re using her name to sell dangerous information to criminals! Now one of those deals has brought some major heat to Gotham City…Helena Bertinelli is out of Spyral, wearing the hood of the Huntress, and making mafia blood run in the streets! Everything you thought was hidden will be revealed if the Oracle has their way…
Batgirl, Vol. 1: Beyond Burnside
Hope Larson - 2017
1: BEYOND BURNSIDE!Barbara Gordon’s heart belongs to Burnside, the ultra-hip Gotham City neighborhood. But some threats are bigger than Burnside. And when those threats come calling, Batgirl will answer!When Babs plans a trip to train with the greatest fighters in the Far East, she has no idea her vigilante life will follow her. Lethal warriors are out to take her down, each bearing the mysterious mark of “The Student.” And where there are Students, there must also be…a Teacher.Batgirl’s quest to track down her enemies’ master will take her from Okinawa to Singapore to Seoul to Shanghai. Along the way, she’ll enhance her martial arts skills, and meet legendary heroes.New York Times best-selling creators Hope Larson (A Wrinkle in Time) and Rafael Albuquerque (AMERICAN VAMPIRE) take one of Gotham’s greatest heroes on a whirlwind world tour in BATGIRL VOL. 1: BEYOND BURNSIDE. Collects BATGIRL #1-6.
Batman: The Doom That Came to Gotham, Book 1 of 3
Mike Mignola - 2000
Beware dust come alive again. To save Gotham City...you must cut out it's heart."In ELSEWORLDS, heroes are taken from their usual settings and put into strange times and places - some that have existed, and others that can't, couldn't or shouldn't exist. The result is stories that make characters who are as familiar as yesterday seem as fresh as tomorrow.
Batgirl, Volume 1: The Darkest Reflection
Gail Simone - 2012
Will Barbara be able to survive her explosive confrontation with this new villain, as well as facing dark secrets from her past? A new chapter in the riveting adventures of Batgirl continue in stunning fashion, with script by fan-favorite Gail Simone and stellar art by superstar Ardian Syaf!This volume collects issues 1-6 of Batgirl, part of the DC Comics—The New 52 event.
Batman Eternal, Volume 1
Scott SnyderMikel Janín - 2014
When a gang war breaks out and new villains arise, it's up to the Dark Knight, Batgirl, and more to turn the tides as best as they can—but will the GCPD be a help or a hinderance? Plus, a fan-favorite character makes her long-awaited DC Comics—The New 52 debut.Collects: Batman: Eternal 1-21.
Batman: The Return of Bruce Wayne
Grant MorrisonMichel Lacombe - 2011
This is the final chapter of the epic storyline that began in the bestselling graphic novels Batman R.I.P. and Final Crisis in which the original Batman was lost in time.Collecting: Batman: The Return of Bruce Wayne 1-6
Batman & Superman: World's Finest
Karl Kesel - 1999
An action packed and introspective journey, BATMAN & SUPERMAN: WORLD"S FINEST chronicles the first ten years of the tumultuous alliance between the Man of Steel and the Dark Knight.
The Batman Adventures Vol. 2
Kelley Puckett - 2015
Now, experience the comics featuring your favorite characters from the show!Witness the first time Barbara Gordon suits up as Batgirl! Cower at the Joker’s calamitous comic book caper! Thrill as Batman attempts to save the world itself from Ra’s al Ghul...and to save his heart from al Ghul’s daughter, Talia. Find out what happens when Robin has to defend Gotham on his own from the Ventriloquist’s crime wave!BATMAN ADVENTURES VOL. 2 collects issues #11-20 and includes classic stories from writer Kelley Puckett (BATMAN: NO MAN’S LAND, BATGIRL) and artist Mike Parobeck (SUPERMAN ADVENTURES) that will take you back to the greatest animated series of all time!
Batman: Kings of Fear
Scott Peterson - 2019
After years of psychological and emotional torment, Batman is pushed over the edge. Batman succumbs to his one true master. Fear.Legendary artist Kelley Jones (Batman, Deadman, The Sandman) makes his triumphant return to the Dark Knight in this explosive miniseries written by former Batman editor Scott Peterson!Batman's been overseeing Gotham City for years now and isn't sure how much of a difference he's making. Doubt, fear and insecurity are starting to take over. And as all of those negative feelings set in the Scarecrow orchestrates a riot at Arkham Asylum to give the Dark Knight one of his greatest challenges yet!Collects Batman: Kings of Fear #1-6
Batman: The Resurrection of Ra's al Ghul
Grant MorrisonFreddie E. Williams II - 2008
Batman's immortal foe, Ra's Al Ghul, should be dead at last — so how has he returned to haunt The Dark Knight? Find out in this 256-page hardcover volume collecting the intense tale originally presented in BATMAN ANNUAL #26, BATMAN #670-671, ROBIN #168-169, ROBIN ANNUAL #7, NIGHTWING #138-139, and DETECTIVE COMICS #838-839! Ra's al Ghul is back…but what does his return have to do with Batman's teenaged son, Damian — whose mother is Ra's al Ghul's daughter, Talia? It will take the combined skills of Batman, Robin and Nightwing to get to the bottom of these mysteries and stop Ra's al Ghul's insidious plans!
Catwoman, Volume 1: Trail of the Catwoman
Ed Brubaker - 2008
But when word spreads of Catwoman's demise, Selina decides to leave the costumed world behind and continue her trade cloaked in the shadows. Unable to enjoy her newfound anonymity for too long though, Selina decides that she must return to her infamous persona. Donning a new costume and attitude, Catwoman returns to the streets and sets her sights on the serial killer that has been preying upon the streetwalkers she calls friends.This volume collects in chronological order an entire Catwoman epic from multiple award-winning creators Darwyn Cooke & Ed Brubaker.Collecting: Catwoman 1-9, Selina's Big Score & Detective Comics 759-762 (backup feature)