🦇 Celebrate 80 Years of the Dark Knight!
Few heroes have left as lasting a legacy as Batman. This deluxe hardcover edition, Detective Comics: 80 Years of Batman, is the ultimate tribute to the Caped Crusader’s journey from his first appearance in 1939 to his modern triumphs.
Curated by Paul Levitz, this collection spans decades of Batman’s history, showcasing legendary creators like Bill Finger, Neal Adams, Steve Englehart, Greg Rucka, Scott Snyder, Neil Gaiman, and Jim Lee. Inside, you’ll find the debuts of Robin, Batgirl, Batwoman, Bat-Mite, Man-Bat, and classic villains including the Riddler, Two-Face, and Clayface.
But this book is more than a reprint collection—it also includes:
A new original story written by Paul Levitz with art by Denys Cowan
Rare behind-the-scenes layouts from Detective Comics #200
Thoughtful essays by Neil Gaiman, Dennis O’Neil, Cory Doctorow, Glen David Gold, and more
A striking new cover by Jim Lee
From Batman’s pulp-inspired beginnings to his modern mythology, this hardcover captures why Gotham’s guardian has remained at the center of pop culture for over 80 years.
Title: Detective Comics: 80 Years of Batman – The Deluxe Edition
Publisher: DC Comics
Publication Year: 2019
Format: Oversized Hardcover, Deluxe Edition
Page Count: 424 pages, full color
Collects: Detective Comics #20, 27, 38, 60, 64, 66, 140, 151, 153, 225, 233, 267, 298, 327, 359, 400, 437, 443, 457, 474, 482, 500, 567, 742, and Detective Comics (2011-2016) #27
Condition: Excellent – see photos for exact details
Deluxe tribute to Batman’s 80th anniversary
Includes rare extras, essays, and an all-new story
Oversized format highlights iconic artwork from comics history
Perfect centerpiece for any Batman, DC, or superhero collection
Securely packed and shipped with care
Tracking included
Worldwide shipping available via eBay’s Global Shipping Program
💡 Add this landmark Batman hardcover to your collection today—and while you’re here, check out more rare DC deluxe editions, Marvel Gallery hardcovers, and indie graphic novels available in our store.
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