Batman: The Killing Joke HC New Edition

Description

Batman: The Killing Joke HC New Edition is one of the most famous and widely debated Batman stories, which changed the approach to comic storytelling and became one of the most important interpretations of Joker's origin. The legendary work by writer Alan Moore and artist Brian Bolland explores the boundaries of madness, morality, and human breakdown.

Joker seeks to prove that anyone can be driven to madness if they experience enough pain and despair. To prove his theory, he chooses his victim – Commissioner James Gordon, attempting to break his mind and spirit.

Gordon refuses to give in, and Batman embarks on a desperate fight to stop Joker's plan and protect the man who has defended Gotham City his entire life. It's an intense psychological drama about two opposing worldviews and the eternal conflict between Batman and Joker.

This edition collects the original Batman: The Killing Joke #1 story, as well as additional material – stories from Batman Black and White, Countdown, covers, illustrations, and sketches.

Why read it?

• One of the most influential Batman stories in comic history.
• Famous work by Alan Moore and Brian Bolland.
• One of the most important explorations of the Joker character.
• Dark psychological story about morality and madness.
• Luxurious hardcover edition for collectors.
• Additional material with covers, sketches, and extra stories.

About the creators

• Script: Alan Moore
• Art: Brian Bolland
• Cover: Brian Bolland
• Publisher: DC Comics

Publication

• Title: Batman: The Killing Joke HC New Edition
• Series: Batman: The Killing Joke
• Format: Hardcover
• Publisher: DC Comics
• Release date: 2019-09-11
• ISBN: 9781401294052

Specifications

• Number of pages: 96
• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Collected material: Batman: The Killing Joke #1, Batman Black and White #4 story, Countdown #31 story
• Additional material: covers, pin-up illustrations and sketches

Batman: The Killing Joke HC New Edition is an essential publication for every Batman and DC Comics fan. It's a short but incredibly powerful story that remains one of the most important and discussed confrontations between the Joker and the Dark Knight.