Batman: The Dark Knight Returns 30th Anniversary Edition

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Batman: The Dark Knight Returns 30th Anniversary Edition by Frank Miller is a seminal graphic novel that explores a dystopian Gotham City where an ageing Bruce Wayne comes out of retirement as Batman. Struggling with his physical limitations, he tackles crime and corruption, facing new allies and formidable foes. The narrative delves into themes of justice, personal redemption, and the consequences of vigilantism, all set against a gritty, noir backdrop.
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You might enjoy this book if you're captivated by a darker, grittier take on the iconic superhero as he comes out of retirement to face new threats in Gotham. The powerful storytelling and striking artwork redefine the superhero genre, making it a must-read for fans of graphic novels and classic comic book lore.

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Batman: The Dark Knight Returns 30th Anniversary Edition

Ten years after an aging Batman retired, Gotham City has sunk deeper into decadence and lawlessness. Now, when his city needs him most, the Dark Knight returns in a blaze of glory. Joined by Carrie Kelly, a teenaged Robin, Batman takes to the streets to end the threat of the mutant gangs that have overrun the city.

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Frank Miller's genre-defining graphic novel celebrates its 30th year anniversary with a new edition.

Writer/artist Frank Miller completely reinvents the legend of Batman in this saga of a near-future Gotham City gone to rot, 10 years after the Dark Knight's retirement. Forced to take action, the Dark Knight returns in a blaze of fury, taking on a whole new generation of criminals and matching their level of violence. He is soon joined by a new Robinβ€”a girl named Carrie Kelley, who proves to be just as invaluable as her predecessors.

Can Batman and Robin deal with the threat posed by their deadliest enemies, after years of incarceration have turned them into perfect psychopaths? And more important, can anyone survive the coming fallout from an undeclared war between the superpowersβ€”or the clash of what were once the world's greatest heroes?

Hailed as a comics masterpiece, The Dark Knight Returns is Frank Miller's (300 and Sin City) reinvention of Gotham's legendary protector. It remains one of the most influential stories ever told in comics, with its echoes felt in all media forms of DC's storytelling. Collects issues #1-4.

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Batman: The Dark Knight Returns 30th Anniversary Edition by Frank Miller is celebrated for transforming the portrayal of Batman into a darker, more complex figure, leading to a significant shift in the comics industry. Critics have praised Miller's work for its innovative storytelling, film noir style, and elevated artistic approach. This edition cements its status as a groundbreaking piece that redefined the superhero narrative.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781401263119

Publisher: DC Comics

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 16 February 2016

Country: United States

Imprint: DC Comics

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 9.0mm

Width: 168.0mm

Height: 259.0mm

Weight: 380g

Pages: 224

About the Author

Frank Miller began his career in comics in the late 1970s and rose to fame while first drawing, and then writing, Daredevil for Marvel Comics. He was also the creative force behind Batman- The Dark Knight Returns, Batman- Year One and Batman- The Dark Knight Strikes Again. His many works have not only redefined classic characters, but also, on a few occasions, revitalized the comics industry. His multi-award-winning graphic novel300was brought to full-blooded life in the 2007 motion picture of the same name, and in 2008 he directed the feature film Will Eisner'sThe Spirit. His creator-owned crime saga Sin City first hit the page in 1991, and then the silver screen in 2005, with Miller on board as co-director with Robert Rodriguez. The two returned to direct the sequelSin City- A Dame to Kill For, released in 2014 and featuring two new stories by Miller. In 2015, Miller's returned to his best-selling series with the highly anticipated Dark Knight III- Master Race.

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