1st Printing – Prestige Format
Batman: The Killing Joke
Written by Alan Moore
Art and Cover by Brian Bolland
In this acclaimed graphic novel, Batman confronts his greatest foe, Joker, in a psychological battle that explores the fragile line between sanity and madness.
The Joker escapes from Arkham Asylum and launches a brutal plan designed to prove that one terrible day can drive anyone insane. His scheme targets Commissioner James Gordon and his daughter, Barbara Gordon, leading to one of the most significant events in Batman history.
Key Characters
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Batman
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Joker
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Commissioner James Gordon
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Barbara Gordon
Collectors Note
The original first printing is distinguished by its lime-green embossed title logo on the cover. Subsequent printings feature different printing details and cover treatments.
Widely regarded as one of the most influential Batman stories ever published, The Killing Joke helped redefine the Dark Knight's world and had lasting effects on DC continuity, particularly for Barbara Gordon.
52 Pages • Full Color • Prestige Format • Cover Price: $3.50
