Batman is an ongoing american comic book series featuring the dc comics superhero batman as its main protagonist. Tweedledum and tweedledee are two fictional characters, a duo of supervillains appearing in comic books published by dc comics, primarily known as enemies of batman. Comic book, bound collection of comic strips, usually in chronological sequence, typically telling a single story or a series of different stories. Batman, the original encyclopedia of comic book heroes, volume 2. Its actually a fusion of superman, batman, and wonder woman with the appearance of composite superman, but with wonder womans voice, resulting from some twisted spell used in the intense magical conflict. The other day, quite by accident, i happened across a copy of three books that i spent untold hours reading as a kid the three volumes in. Comicbook readers soon learned that batman was the alter ego of millionaire bruce wayne. This awesome lego book is a comprehensive visual guide to the full range of lego dc comics super heroes minifigures, including lego batman, lego superman and their friends and foes. Batman, wonder woman, superman the other day, quite by accident, i happened across a copy of three books that i spent untold hours reading as a kid the three volumes in michael fleishers encyclopedia of comic book heroes.
Originally published in 1976, this extensive volume the first in a series includes everything you could want to know about batman, his allies and enemies, weapons in his war on crime and his adventures from the 1930s to the 1970s. Batman proved to be so popular that a selftitled ongoing comic book series began publication with. Batman is a complete account of the adventures of one of the greatest crime fighters of the twentieth century. Since that tragic night, he has trained his body and mind to near physical perfection to be a selfmade super hero. Ace the bathound is a fictional character appearing in american comic books published by dc comics, commonly as the canine crimefighting partner of batman and robin contents 1 publication history.
The essential batman encyclopedia is a must for every batman fans. Batman vol 01 original encyclopedia of comic book heroes 97814012558. The paperback of the the original encyclopedia of comic book heroes. Original encyclopedia of comic book heroes book 1 paperback. Fleisher is a comic book writer who is best known for his run on dc comics jonah hex. Originally published in 1976, this extensive volume the first in a series includes everything you could want to know about batman, his allies and enemies, weapons in his war on crime and his adventures from the.
Organized alphabetically, each character profile is crammed with statistics, informative annotations, and exciting comic book art illustrated by leading dc comics artists. The success of the series increased sales throughout the comic book industry, and batman reached a circulation of close to 900,000 copies. Encyclopedia of comic book heroes series complete. Written by michael fleischer art by various everything you ever wanted to know about dcs dark knight and so much more can be found in this amazing volume. Dc comics encyclopedia 2004 dc comics encyclopedia. Superheroes developed in newspapers, comic books, radio and television programs, and films of the early twentieth century and have clustered in two traditions in competing comic book companies. Batman original encyclopedia of comic book heroes vol. However, that was never the point in reprinting this book. This compact, informative guide takes you through over 200 heroes and villains of gotham city as well as tons of facts and information on the caped crusader. Encyclopedia of comic book heroes series by michael l. Twopage features, such as amazing weapons and romantic moments, are interspersed with biographies.
A monthly anthology of sunday newspaper strips debuted in 1934, and this is acknowledged as the precursor to the conventional comic book. The new story was published in a comic book monograph rather than either of the batman comic book serials. The essential batman encyclopedia by robert greenberger. Depicted as a small, childlike man in an illfitting batman costume, batmite possesses what appear to be nearinfinite magical powers, but he actually utilizes highly advanced technology from the fifth dimension that cannot be understood. Michael lawrence fleishers comic book writing career spanned two decades in which he authored approximately 700 stories for dc, marvel, and other comics publishers. By the mid1950s, the comic book industry was imperiled. Gen superman series complete wildstorm collections supermans pal, jimmy olsen 1163 series complete collections dc. The original encyclopedia of comic book heroes featuring batman vol. One of dcs most profitable and enduring characters, batman debuted in may 1939 in detective comics no.
Since batmans introduction in 1939, the character has accumulated a number of recognizable supporting characters. Elements such as the character of batgirl and the shows campy nature were introduced into the comics. A massive work of research, clearly written, this book answers every question that the batmaniac, pop culture student, nostalgia buff, or general reader might ever have. Superhero, superhero, a fictional herowidely popularized in comic books and comic strips, television and film, and popular culture and video gameswhose extraordinary or superhuman powers are often displayed in a fight against crime and assorted villains, who in turn often display superhuman abilities. Jan 01, 1978 encyclopedia of comic book heroes book. From robin to the joker, batman character encyclopedia is your guide into over 75 years of the dark knights friends and foes. Batmite is a fictional character appearing in american comic books published by dc comics.
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Everything you ever wanted to know about dcs dark knight and so much more can be found in this amazing volume, brought back into print for the first time in 30 years. The encyclopedia of comic book heroes volume 1 batman michael l fleischer. Batman dc comics, 2007, this volume attempts to clarify how batman fits into these story arcs, and to catalog nearly every villain and close ally he encountered between 1939 and september 2007. Dk lego dc comics super heroes character encyclopedia. The original encyclopedia of comic book heroes, vol.
The encyclopedia of comic book heroes by fleisher, michael l. Janet e lincoln this volume chronicles the first twentysix years of batmans career, including accounts of more than 1,000 adventures, over 1,000 entries about his friends. Apr 06, 2016 lego dc comics character encyclopedia from dk publishing is a comprehensive visual guide to the full range of lego dc comics super heroes minifigures, including batman, superman, and their friends. Accessories such as cd, codes, toys, and dust jackets may not be included. The volume includes every piece of information from the dark knights early days through. Dc is home to the worlds greatest super heroes, including superman, batman, wonder woman, green lantern, the flash, aquaman and more. Feb 19, 2020 batman, american comic book superhero created for dc comics by writer bill finger and artist bob kane. The character was originally created by bob kane, bill finger, and jerry robinson, to serve as a junior counterpart to the superhero batman. This batman encyclopedia is packed with all the latest batman comic book art, stories, facts and statistics on dc comics batman characters, including super heroes and allies such as robin and alfred pennyworth and batman villains, including the joker and the penguin. Batman character encyclopedia is perfect for the newcomers to the batman series or the diehard dc comics fan, and is an excellent addition to dks bestselling collection of. Michael fleishers encyclopedia of comic book heroes is one of the great tragedies of comics fandom. Expanding upon michael fleishers the encyclopedia of comic book heroes. Although both the comics and tv show were successful for. The original encyclopedia of comic book heroes vol.
From a to z, here is a comprehensive source book c. Encyclopedia of comic book heroes volume comic vine. Ok, many have complained that this book is not up to date and they are completely correct. The first true comic books were marketed in 1933 as giveaway advertising premiums. Its an encyclopedia with each word or term explored in detail, in alphabetical order. By 1935 reprints of newspaper strips and books with original stories. Publication date 1976 topics comic books, strips, etc publisher. May 11, 2016 the dc comics super heroes character encyclopedia has a nice flow to it you start in 2006 with the very first batman minifigure, which then proceeds chronologically till the most recent mighty micros minifigures. Unlike the comic, this composite superman is the product of a battle with the dark lord mordru. Batman article about batman by the free dictionary.
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Dc is home to the worlds greatest super heroes, including superman, batman, wonder woman. Pages contain marginal notes, underlining, and or highlighting. Robin is the name of several fictional superheroes appearing in american comic books published by dc comics. Comic strips first developed in europe before they began appearing in the united states in the late 19th century. Find the encyclopedia of comic book heroes, volume 1. Batman is a fictional superhero appearing in american comic books published by dc comics. Lego dc comics super heroes character encyclopedia. The great superman book accessrestricteditem true addeddate 20110725 20.
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Batman proved to be so popular that a selftitled ongoing comic book series began publication with a cover date of spring 1940. Possible ex library copy, with all the markingsstickers of that library. Encyclopedia of comic book heroes vol 2 wonder woman. Original encyclopedia of comic book heroes vol 3 the. The original encyclopedia of comicbook heroes volume 1 1st printing. Packed with information and comic book art, this encyclopedia features over 1,000 classic dc comic book heroes.
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