Absolute Batman: Arkham Asylum (30th Anniversary Edition)

Morrison, Grant

ISBN 10: 1401294200 / ISBN 13: 9781401294205

Published by Dc Comics, 2019

About this Item

DC Comics, 2019 graphic novel, with slipcase. Dave McKean (Illustrator). 9 x 13", 248 pp. Brand new, unread, gift quality, still in publisher shrinkwrap (see images). Hard Cover is assumed since book has not been opened. "One of the most successful graphic novels of all time. Written by legendary comics creator Grant Morrison (All-Star Superman) and stunningly illustrated by Dave McKean (Sandman), this dark and cerebral tale remains as captivating now as when it was first published 30 years ago. In this newly restored Absolute edition, every page has been painstakingly revived by the artist, leaving a breathtaking final product that matches his original painted artwork more closely than any reproduction to date! Also includes more than 100 pages of behind-the-scenes content, including Morrison's complete annotated script, sketches, pinup gallery, and afterwords by Morrison, McKean, and series editor Karen Berger". Books are shipped quickly and securely packed in a box. Seller Inventory # 6507

Bibliographic Details

Title: Absolute Batman: Arkham Asylum (30th ...

Publisher: Dc Comics

Publication Date: 2019

Binding: Hardcover

Illustrator: McKean, Dave

Condition: New

About this title

Synopsis:

The inmates of Arkham Asylum have taken over Gotham's detention centre for the criminally insane on April Fool's Day, demanding Batman in exchange for their hostages. Accepting their demented challenge, Batman is forced to endure the personal hells of the Joker, Scarecrow, Poison Ivy, Two-Face and many other sworn enemies in order to save the innocents and retake the prison. During his run through this absurd gauntlet, the Dark Knight's must face down both his most dangerous foes and his inner demons. Absolute Batman: Arkham Asylum (30th Anniversary Edition) presents the psychological masterpiece written by legendary writer Grant Morrison with nightmare with art from all-time great Dave McKean in a slipcased hardcover edition.

About the Author:

Writer Grant Morrison is known for his innovative work on comics from the graphic novel Batman: Arkham Asylum to acclaimed runs on Animal Man and Doom Patrol, as well as his subversive creator-owned titles such as The Invisibles, Seaguy and WE3. Grant has written best-selling runs on JLA, Seven Soldiers of Victory and New X-Men and helped to reinvent the DC Universe in The Multiversity, All Star Superman, 52, Batman, Batman and Robin and Batman Incorporated. More Recently Grant has had his creator owned series Happy! turned into a TV series on the SYFY network. He also made his return to monthly comics in 2018 with The Green Lantern.