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Absolute Batman The Dark Knight Returns HC (2006 DC) 1st Edition 1-1ST FN+ 6.5

1st Edition - 1st printing. Collects Batman: The Dark Knight Returns (1986) #1-4 and The Dark Knight Strikes Again (2001) #1-3.

Written by Frank Miller. Art by Frank Miller and Klaus Janson. Cover by Frank Miller.

Hailed as a comics masterpiece, Frank Miller's THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS - and its equally provocative sequel THE DARK KNIGHT STRIKES AGAIN - get the oversized Absolute treatment in a giant one-volume, slipcased edition! This Absolute edition features an extended sketch section from THE DARK KNIGHT STRIKES AGAIN with commentary by Miller, a look at the plot and pencils from the legendary finale to THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS, a new introduction by Miller, striking new cover and slipcase art by Miller, and more!

Includes Extras.

Hardcover (with Slipcase), 512 pages, 8 1/2-in. x 12 1/2-in., full color.

Cover price $99.99.

Batman The Dark Knight Returns (1986) 3-1ST FN/VF 7.0 Miller Variant 1st Printing

1st printing. NOTE: 2nd printing of #3 is clearly labeled as such on the inside cover. "Hunt The Dark Knight," script and pencils by Frank Miller, inks by Klaus Janson and Frank Miller; Batman battles the Joker, who has convinced his psychiatrist, Dr. Bartholomew Wolper, that he is sane and regretful; Seeking to discredit Batman, Wolper exhibits the Joker on a late-night show ("David Endochrine", parodying Late Night with David Letterman) to try and show that the Joker is actually a victim of Batman's own psychosis; As the police attack Batman, the Joker murders everyone in the studio; Batman follows him to Selina Kyle's place, where the former Catwoman has become a depressed alcoholic; Superman is introduced as an undercover agent for the American government. 52 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.95.

Batman The Dark Knight Returns (1986) 4-1ST FN 6.0 Miller Variant 1st Printing

1st printing. NOTE: 2nd printings are labeled as such on the inside cover. Cover by Frank Miller. "The Dark Knight Falls," script by Frank Miller, pencils by Frank Miller, inks by Klaus Janson; Russia launches a nuclear warhead called Coldbringer in response to Superman's presence in Corto Maltese; Superman diverts the missile to an uninhabited desert area; The warhead was designed to disrupt electronics and communications and throw dust and debris into the atmosphere; Deprived of sunlight, Superman nearly dies; Gotham descends into chaos; Some citizens, including Jim Gordon, pull together to fight the fires and retain some semblance of civilization until the power is restored; Batman battles the Joker and the police; The U.S. government sends Superman to take the Dark Knight down; Oliver Queen, the former Green Arrow, prepares Batman for his ultimate battle. 52 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.95.

Batman The Dark Knight Returns (1986) Facsimile Edition (2026 DC) 1C CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Lee Variant Cover.

Label #4719443021

(W) Frank Miller (A) Frank Miller (CA) Jim Lee THE START OF THE STORY THAT CHANGED BATMAN FOREVER! Ten years after the last reported sighting of the Batman, a retired Bruce Wayne spends his nights fighting only to honor his vow to stay retired. Amidst the rising threat of a new breed of gang violence, old enemies from the past--and an inner demon that will not stay caged--ensure the Dark Knights return in this masterpiece of comics storytelling. 48 pages, full color, rated 13+. Cover price $5.99.

Batman The Dark Knight Returns (1986) Facsimile Edition (2026 DC) 2A CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4732430014

(W) Frank Miller (A) Frank Miller (CA) Frank Miller EXPERIENCE FRANK MILLER'S OPUS IN ITS ORIGINAL FORMAT! In a future where corruption and apathy have gone unchecked since Batmans disappearance years ago, his return to action begins to seriously upend the status quo. When the activities of the Mutant gang reach a violent crescendo, the Dark Knight must force a final, brutal confrontation with their monstrous leader--while a young girl seizes her chance to come to the heros aid. 48 pages, full color, rated 13+. Cover price $4.99.

Batman The Dark Knight Returns (1986) Facsimile Edition (2026 DC) 2C CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Miller Variant Cover.

Label #4732430013

(W) Frank Miller (A) Frank Miller (CA) Frank Miller EXPERIENCE FRANK MILLER'S OPUS IN ITS ORIGINAL FORMAT! In a future where corruption and apathy have gone unchecked since Batmans disappearance years ago, his return to action begins to seriously upend the status quo. When the activities of the Mutant gang reach a violent crescendo, the Dark Knight must force a final, brutal confrontation with their monstrous leader--while a young girl seizes her chance to come to the heros aid. 48 pages, full color, rated 13+. Cover price $5.99.

Batman The Dark Knight Returns (1986) Facsimile Edition (2026 DC) 2D CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Jock Variant Cover.

Label #4732430012

(W) Frank Miller (A) Frank Miller (CA) Jock EXPERIENCE FRANK MILLER'S OPUS IN ITS ORIGINAL FORMAT! In a future where corruption and apathy have gone unchecked since Batmans disappearance years ago, his return to action begins to seriously upend the status quo. When the activities of the Mutant gang reach a violent crescendo, the Dark Knight must force a final, brutal confrontation with their monstrous leader--while a young girl seizes her chance to come to the heros aid. 48 pages, full color, rated 13+. Cover price $5.99.