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Batman: A Death in the Family
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"Originally published in single magazine form in Batman 426-429, 440-442, The New Titans 60-61 and Batman Annual 25"--T.p. verso.
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A new edition of the classic Batman tale that sealed the fate of the second Robin, Jason Todd!
In 1988, Batman readers were allowed to vote on the outcome of the story... and they decided that Robin should die! Jim Starlin's devastating graphic novel classic left shockwaves throughout the comic book industry, many of which are still felt today!
As the second person to assume the role of Batman's sidekick, Jason Todd had a completely different personality than the original Robin. Rash and prone to ignore Batman's instructions, Jason was always quick to act without regard to consequences. In this fatal instance, Robin ignores his mentor's warnings when he attempts to take on the Joker by himself and pays the ultimate price. Driven by anger with Superman by his side, Batman seeks his vengeance as he looks to end the Joker's threat forever.
This tale of loss, guilt and brutality is considered one of the most defining pieces in the Dark Knight's mythology. Batman: A Death in the Family collects Batman #426-429.
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Batman: A Death in the Family by Jim Starlin is widely regarded for its bold narrative and emotional depth. The storyline is pivotal, involving a significant and controversial event in the Batman saga. Reviews often praise the book for its intense plot and the psychological complexity it brings to the characters, particularly in the relationship between Batman and Robin. The art and storytelling have been noted for their impact and the way they engage readers, making it a seminal work in the graphic novel genre.
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ISBN: 9781401232740
Publisher: DC Comics
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 22 November 2011
Country: United States
Imprint: DC Comics
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Marv Wolfman
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 11.0mm
Width: 169.0mm
Height: 258.0mm
Weight: 459g
Pages: 272
About the Author
Jim Starlin is the acclaimed author of classic graphic novels including, for DC Comics, Cosmic Odyssey and Batman- A Death in the Family, as well as the 1982 Marvel graphic novelThe Death of Captain Marvel. His other works include the space operasWarlockandDreadstar. In a career that has spanned nearly 30 years, Marv Wolfman has helped shape the heroic careers of DC Comics' Green Lantern, Blackhawk, and the original Teen Titans, as well as Marvel Comics' Fantastic Four, Spider-Man, and Nova. In addition to co-creating The New Teen Titans and the universe-shattering Crisis on Infinite Earths with George Perez, Wolfman was instrumental in the revamp of Superman after Crisis, the development of The New Teen Titans spin-off series Vigilante, Deathstroke the Terminator, and Team Titans, and created such characters as Blade for Marvel, along with Night Force and the retooled Dial "H" For Hero for DC. In addition to his numerous comic book credits, Wolfman has also written several novels and worked in series television and animation, including the Superman cartoon of the late 1980s and currently the hit Teen Titans show on Cartoon Network.
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