BATMAN: THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO THE DARK KNIGHT
| By Scott Beatty Fall 2001 128 pages, over 700 full-color illustrations $19.95 U.S. From DK Publishing Available at bookstores and comic shops everywhere ISBN 07894 7865X |
| BATMAN: THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO THE DARK KNIGHT, is a book that reveals the complete story of the man behind the cowl in full-color detail. Discover the inner workings of the Batcave, the history of the Batmobiles, the secrets of a host of miniaturized gadgets concealed in Batman’s Utility Belt and many other facts about the tools of the trade. This amazing book offers a detailed history of all the world-famous Batman characters including Robin, Alfred, Catwoman, the Penguin, the Joker, Commissioner Gordon and many more. It features artwork from hundreds of DC Comics artists and more than 30 specially commissioned artworks. A highly collectible and fascinating book for any Batman fan! |
| From the foreword by Chuck Dixon This is the most exhaustive volume of Gotham lore ever compiled. Scott Beatty and the wizards at Dorling Kindersley have put together an invaluable reference that I know will have a permanent place by my keyboard. Bat gadgets and locales are shown in minute detail. The science and technology behind each is explained. Many of these images appear here for the first time. And the Rogues Gallery! All of the foul fiends, twisted geniuses and career criminals that Batman has defeated or fought to a draw are given full biographical treatment. Batman’s friends and allies are also here with their full histories and vital stats. I honestly wish I’d had this book ten years ago when I was first hired to write Batman adventures. It would have saved a lot of hours poring over old comic books. (But that was fun too!) It’s a fascinating universe to play in and almost any story I can think of will fit inside it without violating its internal logic or compromising my imagination. It is a reality unto itself and I love losing myself in it. |
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