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  • Issue #1

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    Written by Gerry Conway. Art by Steve Ditko and Al Milgrom. Cover by Jim Aparo. In this tale from 1974, Kirk Langstrom's wife, Francine, is kidnapped by the evil Baron Tyme-and it's up to Man-Bat to rescue her! Cover price $3.99.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Many Lives of The Batman SC (1991 BFI) 1-1ST

    1st printing. Edited by Roberta E. Pearson and William Uricchio. Presenting critical appraoches to a super hero and his media. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 214 pages, Text Only. Cover price $13.95.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Michael Turner's Superman/Batman HC (2022 Graphitti Designs) Gallery Edition 1-1ST


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    1st printing. Collects Superman/Batman (2003-2011) #8-13.

    Written by Jeph Loeb. Art and cover by Michael Turner.

    The art of comics legend Michael Turner is seen for the first time in it's original form in the new SUPERMAN/BATMAN: MICHAEL TURNER GALLERY EDITION.

    This spectacular new book collects the "Supergirl" epic from SUPERMAN/BATMAN #8-13. Rounding out the book are numerous covers from IDENTITY CRISIS, JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA, THE FLASH and other DC Comics titles that helped establish Michael as an artistic force to be reckoned with.

    Graphitti Designs' Gallery Editions replicate the look, feel and attitude of the artwork. Every page is reproduced at original size on heavy paper stock to provide the fan and collector with museum quality reproductions obtainable nowhere else.

    This stunning Gallery Edition collects Michael Turner's work for DC Comics, reproduced directly from his uninked pencil art that was then enhanced and colored by the talented Peter Steigerwald. This format showcases Michael's art with all the subtleties and details that have never been captured in this fashion until now.

    Hardcover, 9 1/2-in. x 13-in., 208 pages, full color. Rated T

    Cover price $125.00.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    My First 100 Batman Words HC (2018 Simon Spotlight) Board Book 1-1ST


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    1st printing.

    Written by Maggie Testa. Art by Patrick Spaz Spaziante.

    Now the youngest Batman fans can learn 100 first words, like "Bat-Signal" and "the Joker," with their favorite superhero, Batman! What kinds of words make up Batman's world? Find out in this book of first words for the youngest Batman fans that takes readers on a tour of Batman's favorite places, like the "Batcave" he calls home underneath Wayne Manor, and the words and pictures that go along with them, like "Alfred Pennyworth," "the Batmobile," Batman's "cape," and more!

    Hardcover, 8-in. x 5-in., 26 (board)pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $7.99.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Overstreet Price Guide to Batman SC (2019 Gemstone) 1-1ST


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    1st printing.

    By Robert M. Overstreet.

    The Caped Crusader. The Dark Knight Detective. Batman.

    Over eight decades what began as a simple comic book concept in the pages of Detective Comics #27 has grown into an iconic cultural institution. In addition to mainstays such as Detective, Batman, Brave and the Bold, Legends of the Dark Knight, Shadow of the Bat, and Batman and the Outsiders, his adventures have launched scores of one-shots, mini-series, and graphic novels. They've also spawned a hit TV show, multiple cartoon interpretations, feature films, video games and more.

    The team behind The Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide brings you a detailed looking at the collectibles, Batman's key adventures, the creators behind them.

    Softcover, 416 pages, full color.

    Cover price $30.00.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Riddle Me This, Batman! Essays on Universe of Dark Knight SC (2011) 1-1ST

    1st printing. Edited by Kevin Durand and Mary Leigh. From his first comic-book appearance in 1939 through his many incarnations on the big screen, the archetypal superhero known as The Batman has never been far from the American consciousness. Beyond shaping the way we read comics and graphic novels, Batman has also captured the scholarly imagination, telling us much about our society and ourselves. These essays examine Batman through a wide range of disciplines - philosophy, literature, psychology, pop culture, and more. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 224 pages, B&W. Cover price $40.00.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Serial Adventures of Batman SC (1989 Pioneer Books) 1-1ST

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    1st printing. By James Van Hise. THE BATMAN is one of the world's most adventure heroes and have been on screen almost since he first appeared in comics over seventy years ago. THE BATMAN SERIALS are among the rarest of all time. The adventures of the Dark Knight Detective spring to life as they have for no other screen appearance. . Now, for the first time, the complete story of the rare serial is told along with a profile of the comic book origins of the characters. Screen credits are included for the completist. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 96 pages, Text (with B&W Photos). Cover price $14.95.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Shadow/Batman HC (2018 Dynamite/DC) 1-1ST

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    1st printing. Collects Shadow/Batman (2017 Dynamite) #1-6.

    Written by Steve Orlando. Art by Giovanni Timpano. Cover by Alex Ross.

    The World's Greatest Mystery. The World's Greatest Detective. They can barely stand each other, so how will they possibly deal with the World's Greatest Evil?

    What legacy can two of the world's most enduring icons of justice leave once they discover an ancient evil has been living inside the world they protect for centuries. Can Batman and the Shadow save the world without destroying it in the process?

    Writer Steve Orlando (Batman/The Shadow, Justice League of America) and artist by Giovanni Timpano (The Shadow, Transformers) unite to tell an instantly classic tale of noir, mortality and generational heroes and villains.

    Hardcover, 160 pages, full color.

    Cover price $24.99.

  • Issue #1S-1ST
    Shadow/Batman HC (2018 Dynamite/DC) 1S-1ST

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    Signed by Steve Orlando - 1st printing. Collects Shadow/Batman (2017 Dynamite) #1-6.

    Written by Steve Orlando. Art by Giovanni Timpano. Cover by Alex Ross.

    The World's Greatest Mystery. The World's Greatest Detective. They can barely stand each other, so how will they possibly deal with the World's Greatest Evil?

    What legacy can two of the world's most enduring icons of justice leave once they discover an ancient evil has been living inside the world they protect for centuries. Can Batman and the Shadow save the world without destroying it in the process?

    Writer Steve Orlando (Batman/The Shadow, Justice League of America) and artist by Giovanni Timpano (The Shadow, Transformers) unite to tell an instantly classic tale of noir, mortality and generational heroes and villains.

    Hardcover, 160 pages, full color.

    Cover price $69.99.

  • Issue #1
    Spawn vs. Batman (German 1997 Infinity) 1

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    Stories Change World: I Am Batman HC (2022 Dial) By Brad Meltzer 1-1ST


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    1st printing.

    Written by Brad Meltzer. Art and cover by Chris Eliopoulos.

    This fictional biography of Batman launches the exciting start of the Stories Change the World series from Brad Meltzer and Chris Eliopoulos, the team behind the New York Times-bestselling Ordinary People Change the World books.

    This picture book is the perfect way to introduce young readers to Bruce Wayne and his rise to becoming Batman.

    After losing his parents at a young age, Bruce Wayne dedicates his life to cleaning up the streets of Gotham. Even without traditional superpowers, his perseverance and commitment to justice carry him through battles against villains.

    Hardcover, 8-in. x 8-in., 40 pages, full color. All Ages

    Cover price $16.99.

  • Issue #1NYCC.A
    Superman Batman (2003) Later Reprints 1NYCC.A

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    New York Comic Con 2023, Big Time Collectibles, ComicXposure, and Epic Nation Collectibles Exclusive Silver Foil cover. Reprints Superman Batman (2003) #1. 28 pages, full color.

  • Issue #1
    Superman Batman Mini Comic (French 2011 DC) 1

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    FNAC Retailer Edition - Written by Jeph Loeb. Art and Cover by Ed McGuinness and Dexter Vines. French Language reprint of Superman Batman (2003 DC) #1. 4 3/4-in. x 7 1/4-in., 28 pages, full color.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Superman/Batman Enemies Among Us TPB (2009 DC) 1-1ST

    1st printing. Collects Superman/Batman (2003/2011) #28-33.

    Written by Mark Verheiden. Art by Ethan Van Sciver, Matthew Clark, Andy Lanning, and Marlo Alquiza. Cover by Van Sciver.

    The JLA's Martian Manhunter attacks Batman! The villainous Parasite and Titano return! Superman's allegiances will be tested in this story involving the Green Lantern Corps, Plastic Man, Lex Luthor and every single alien hero on planet Earth!

    Softcover, 128 pages, full color.

    Cover price $12.99.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Superman/Batman HC (2015 DC/Graphitti Designs Gallery Edition) By Jeph Loeb and Michael Turner 1-1ST

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    1st printing. Collects Superman Batman (2003-2011) #8-13. Written by Jeph Loeb. Art and cover by Michael Turner. The art of comics legend Michael Turner is seen for the first time in it's original form in the new SUPERMAN/BATMAN: MICHAEL TURNER GALLERY EDITION. This spectacular new book collects the "Supergirl" epic from the pages of SUPERMAN/BATMAN. Rounding out the book are numerous covers from IDENTITY CRISIS, JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA, THE FLASH and other DC Comics titles that helped establish Michael as an artistic force to be reckoned with. Graphitti Designs' Gallery Editions replicate the look, feel and attitude of the artwork. Every page is reproduced at original size on heavy paper stock to provide the fan and collector with museum quality reproductions obtainable nowhere else. This stunning Gallery Edition collects Michael Turner's work for DC Comics, reproduced directly from his uninked pencil art that was then enhanced and colored by the talented Peter Steigerwald. This format showcases Michael's art with all the subtleties and details that have never been captured in this fashion until now. Hardcover, 9-in. x 13-in., 208 pages, full color. Cover price $125.00.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Superman/Batman World's Finest TPB (2012 DC) 2nd Edition 1-1ST

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    2nd Edition - 1st printing. Collects World's Finest (1990 Limited Series) #1-3. Written by Dave Gibbons. Art and cover by Steve Rude. Superman and Batman take on their arch nemeses - Lex Luthor and the Joker - in this Deluxe Edition of a classic tale from the 1990s by Dave Gibbons (WATCHMEN, GREEN LANTERN CORPS) and Steve Rude (Nexus)! Superman and Batman are the World's Finest heroes, and they couldn't be more different. But they have more in common than they realize. For one, they're both orphans of a sort - one who has lost not just his parents but his world; and another who witnessed the cold-blooded murder of his parents. Now they must come together to battle two of the most feared villains! Softcover, 176 pages, full color. Cover price $17.99.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Tales of the Batman HC (1995 MJF Books) 1-1ST

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    1st Printing. There is a Dark Knight in Gotham City... Sixteen stories by today's top authors, featuring two of Batman's greatest foes - The Riddler and Two-Face! Hardcover, 6.5" x 9.5", 560 pages, all text.

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    Tales of the Batman HC (2020 DC) By Steve Englehart 1-1ST


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    Volume 1 - 1st printing. Collects Detective Comics (1937-2011 1st Series) #439 and 469-476, Batman (1940-2011) #311, Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight (1989-2007) #109-111, Legends of the DC Universe (1998-2001) #26-27, Batman: Dark Detective (2005) #1-6, and a story from Batman Chronicles (1995-2001) #19.

    Written by Steve Englehart. Art by Terry Austin, Sal Amendola, Dick Giordano, Walt Simonson, Al Milgrom, Marshall Rogers, Irv Novick, Frank McLaughlin, Dusty Abell, Drew Geraci, Trevor Von Eeden, Joe Rubinstein, and Javier Pulido. Cover by Jose Luis Garcia-Lopez.

    In these moody tales from the 1970s, Batman faces his own lonely existence while struggling against one of his earliest foes, Dr. Hugo Strange. This run also includes the renowned "Joker Fish" story line, in which the Clown Prince of Crime comes up with his most off-the-wall scheme ever, along with the 2005 miniseries in which The Joker runs for office with the slogan "Vote for me or I'll kill you!"

    Hardcover, 440 pages, full color.

    Cover price $49.99.

  • Issue #1-1ST

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    1st printing. Collects Detective Comics (1937-2011 1st Series) #500, Brave and the Bold (1955-1983 1st Series DC) #178, 181-182, 197, Secret Origins (1986-1990 2nd Series) #50, Christmas with the Super-Heroes (1989) #2, Batman: Holy Terror (1991) and Batman Gotham Knights (2000-2006) #10. Written by Alan Brennert. Art by Dick Giordano, Jim Aparo, Joe Staton, Norm Breyfogle, José Luis García-López and George Freeman. Cover by Jim Aparo. The Dark Knight stars in this new collection of tales written by Alan Brennert. Softcover, 208 pages, full color. Cover price $19.99.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Time Out Shortlist: Gotham and Metropolis SC (2016) Batman v. Superman Edition 1-1ST


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    1st printing. By Daniel Wallace. Time Out Guides is rated top guidebook Survey, for level of detail, photography, quality of maps, ease of finding information, and value for money. The Shortlist Gotham & Metropolis selects the very best of the cities' sightseeing, restaurants, shopping, nightlife, and entertainment, with Time Out's trademark expertise. It also takes you straight to the latest venues, tips you off to the news and fashions and gives the dates that matter. It's the best reference for anyone visiting Gotham City and Metropolis in a handy size and easy to use format. Softcover, 4-in. x 6 1/2-in., 200 pages, full color. Cover price $12.95.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    True Story of Batman SC (1995 Golden Books) DC Super Heroes 1-1ST

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    1st printing. Written by Scott Peterson. Art by Mike Parobeck, Rick Burchett, and Don Desclos. Learn how Bruce Wayne used the tragedy of his parents passing to inspire himself to become the world's greatest detective and the caped crusading crime-fighter known as Batman! Softcover (Saddle-Stitched/Stapled), 8-in. x 8-in., 24 pages, full color.

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    TV Guide Collector's Classic: Featuring Batman (2002) Limited Edition 1966 Reissue 1-1ST

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    1st printing. Includes a replica of the March 26, 1966 issue of TV Guide featuring Adam West as Batman on the cover. Softcover (with Protective Case), 5-in. x 7-in., 64 pages, B&W. NOTE: Includes a certificate of Authenticity. Cover price $9.99.

  • Issue #1UK

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    UK edition. Identical to US edition, but has 15p cover price. "In the Beginning..." Published after Krypton Chronicles (which gave Superman's back story), Untold Legend of Batman fills in missing bits and pieces of the Caped Crusader's crime fighting career. This first issue recaps Batman's origin and finds the character puzzling over a package containing remnants of a bat costume worn by Thomas Wayne. Script by Len Wein, pencils by John Byrne, inks by Jim Aparo, cover by José Luis Garcia-Lopez.

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    Wayne of Gotham HC (2012 A Batman Novel) 1-1ST

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    1st printing. By Tracy Hickman. Wayne of Gotham is the story two men separated by a generation of tragedy: Thomas, the rebellious heir to the vast Wayne Empire and Bruce, his son whose life is forever altered by witnessing Thomas' death. Written in a noir-style, Wayne of Gotham is set both in the present and in the turbulent decades of the 1950's and 1960's: a time of paranoia, protests, HUAC, corrupt police and even more corrupt politicians, utopian, idealism, assassination, civil unrest, and the Vietnam War. Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 336 pages, Text. Cover price $26.99.

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    Wayne of Gotham SC (2012 A Batman Novel) 1-1ST

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    1st printing. Written by Tracy Hickman. Wayne of Gotham is the story two men separated by a generation of tragedy: Thomas, the rebellious heir to the vast Wayne Empire and Bruce, his son whose life is forever altered by witnessing Thomas' death. The murder of Thomas and Martha Wayne is the torturous point on which Bruce turns to become the Batman. The Dark Knight's file on the case has long since been closed, the foundations of Bruce Wayne's secret life secure in the simple symmetry of a mugging gone horribly wrong. These foundations are shaken, however, when disturbing bits of information begin to question the accepted story. Batman reopens the case file - and discovers a father and mother that he never knew and the burden of a dark legacy he must now bear. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 304 pages, Text Only Cover price $15.99.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Why Does Batman Carry Shark Repellent? SC (2012) 1-1ST

    1st printing. By Brian Cronin. Comic books have become a permanent part of our pop culture lexicon, and the author of Was Superman a Spy? is back with a crack team of contributors to give readers the ultimate book of comic trivia, including: 12 celebrities who have unknowingly starred in comic books, 10 rock bands named after comic books, 11 items in Batman's utility belt, 5 comic book inventions that eventually became reality, and much, much more. Hard-core geeks and casual fans alike will hail Why Does Batman Carry Shark Repellent? as the definitive resource for analysis and information on the comic universe. Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 256 pages, B&W. Cover price $15.00.

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    World According to Batman HC (2014 Insight Editions) 1-1ST

    1st printing. By Daniel Wallace. Illustrated by Joel Gomez and Beth Sotelo. Experience the world through the eyes of the Dark Knight, as Batman shares the secrets of his relentless battle against the villains of Gotham City. Filled with insight on everything from his tragic origin story to invaluable crime-fighting tips, this fully illustrated book sees the World's Greatest Detective give budding heroes all the advice they need to take on villainy wherever they find it. Hardcover, 7-in. x 7-in., 64 pages, full color. Cover price $24.99.