BATMAN THE KILLING JOKE THE DELUXE EDITION

BATMAN THE KILLING J…

DC Comics

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1988

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Alan Moore revolutionized the comic form by infusing it with political critique, literary ambition, and structural experimentation. Works like Watchmen, V for Vendetta, and From Hell challenged genre conventions while dissecting the very nature of storytelling. Often controversial and always uncompromising, Moore’s writing fuses mysticism, anarchism, and historical theory into dense, symbol-laden narratives. His influence is felt far beyond comics, reshaping how sequential art is perceived culturally and critically. Rejecting mainstream constraints, he remains a key figure in the elevation of comics as a serious artistic medium.

Alan Moore

DC Comics

978-1401294052

64

English

1988

hardcover/ 26 x 18 cm

1988 Alan Moore Brian Bolland

One of the most influential Batman stories ever, The Killing Joke delves into the Joker’s origins while delivering a chilling confrontation between the Clown Prince of Crime and the Dark Knight. Written by Alan Moore and illustrated by Brian Bolland, this Deluxe Edition features Bolland’s recolored artwork, enhancing the psychological intensity of the narrative. Originally published in 1988, the story explores madness, morality, and the thin line between hero and villain. This edition includes bonus material, sketch pages, and a new introduction by Bolland, making it essential for collectors and Batman fans alike.

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BATMAN THE KILLING JOKE THE DELUXE EDITION

DC Comics

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1988

.

Alan Moore

hardcover/ 26 x 18 cm

978-1401294052

English

64

Alan Moore revolutionized the comic form by infusing it with political critique, literary ambition, and structural experimentation. Works like Watchmen, V for Vendetta, and From Hell challenged genre conventions while dissecting the very nature of storytelling. Often controversial and always uncompromising, Moore’s writing fuses mysticism, anarchism, and historical theory into dense, symbol-laden narratives. His influence is felt far beyond comics, reshaping how sequential art is perceived culturally and critically. Rejecting mainstream constraints, he remains a key figure in the elevation of comics as a serious artistic medium.

One of the most influential Batman stories ever, The Killing Joke delves into the Joker’s origins while delivering a chilling confrontation between the Clown Prince of Crime and the Dark Knight. Written by Alan Moore and illustrated by Brian Bolland, this Deluxe Edition features Bolland’s recolored artwork, enhancing the psychological intensity of the narrative. Originally published in 1988, the story explores madness, morality, and the thin line between hero and villain. This edition includes bonus material, sketch pages, and a new introduction by Bolland, making it essential for collectors and Batman fans alike.