Batman: The Ultimate Guide to the Dark Knight

Batman: The Ultimate Guide to the Dark Knight by Beatty,Scott/Dixon,Chuck/ Stewart,Roger. paperback edition. ISBN: 0635517078657.

Orphan Bruce Wayne swore to strike fear into the hearts of the criminals ruling the streets of Gotham City -- and the mysterious legend of Batman was born. This definitive celebration of one of the worlds most popular fictional heroes contains full details of the extraordinary events and bizarre and sinister characters in Batmans thrilling career. Created by Bob Kane in the late 1930s, Batman is on the of the worlds greatest fictional heroes. "The Caped Crusader," "The Dark Knight," "The Guardian of Gotham" -- each generation has coined its own favorite nickname to describe this ultimate crime fighter as he wages war on a gallery of bizarre villains. For Batman: the Ultimate Guide to the Dark Knight, DK Publishing has been permitted unparalleled access to the archives of DC Comics, shapers of the Batman legend. Spectacular artworks reveal the secret workings of key installations and equipment such as the Batcave, the Batmobile, Batmans suit, and the weaponry contained in his Utility Belt. Panoramic views of Gotham City and Arkham Asylum with its villainous inmates, allow readers to enter into Batmans world. Crucial events and characters of the Batman legend are illustrated with drawings from the original DC comic books. The result is a unique, in-depth approach to the thrilling story of Batmans crimefighting career which is sure to dazzle and delight fans of all ages.