Why doesn't Batman just kill the Joker & end everyone's misery? Can we hold the Joker morally responsible for his actions? Is Batman better than Superman? If everyone followed Batman's example would Gotham be a better place? What is the Tao of the Bat? Batman is one of the most complex characters ever to appear in comic books graphic novels & on the big screen. What philosophical trials does this superhero confront in order to keep Gotham safe? Combing through seventy years of comic books television shows & movies Batman & Philosophy explores how the Dark Knight grapples with ethical conundrums moral responsibility his identity crisis the moral weight he carries to avenge his murdered parents & much more. How does this caped crusader measure up against the teachings of Plato Aristotle Kant Kierkegaard & Lao Tzu? ...

A journey behind the mask & into the mind of Gotham Citys Caped Crusader timed for the summer 2012 release of The Dark Knight Rises". Batman is one of the most compelling & enduring characters to come from the Golden Age of Comics & interest in his story has only increased through countless incarnations since his first appearance in " Detective Comics" numbered 27 in 1939. Why does this superhero without superpowers fascinate us? What does that fascination say about us? " Batman & Psychology" explores these & other intriguing questions about the masked vigilante including: Does Batman have PTSD? Why does he fight crime? Why as a vigilante? Why the mask the bat & the underage partner? Why are his most intimate relationships with "bad girls" he ought to lock up? & why wont he kill that homicidal green-haired clown? It gives you fresh insights into the complex inner world of Batman & Bruce Wayne & the life & characters of Gotham City. It explains psychological theory & concepts through the lens of one of the worlds most popular comic book characters. It is written by a psychology professor & " Superherologist" (scholar of superheroes)." ...

Written by GRANT MORRISON Art by CAMERON STEWART ANDY CLARKE DUSTIN NGUYEN & SCOTT HANNA Cover by FRANK QUITELY On sale NOVEMBER 16
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Written by Matt Wagner Art & cover by Wagner Collecting Matt Wagners blood-curdling 6-issue sequel to BATMAN & THE MONSTER MEN! In this dark tale Batman must counter sinister machinations & new

Dimensions of wickedness as he confronts the hooded menace of the Mad Monk! Advance-solicited; on sale April 18
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As the third installment of the Batman Dark Knight" series hits cinemas this miniature version of the iconic Bat-Signal will be a must-have for Bat-fans everywhere. With nearly 100 per cent worldwide awareness " Batman" has surpassed $10 billion in consumer retail sales. As " The Dark Knight Rises" hits cinemas in July 2012 fans can call upon the Dark Knight himself with this replica of the Bat Signal which projects the famed Batman symbol." ...

Batman must face the madness of the Mad Hatter & then take on the Talons of the Court of Owls! But even if he survives that he must face a whole new set of fears when the Scarecrow returns! Can the Dark Knight" overcome the terror the " Scarecrow" brings?" ...

A New York Times" Bestseller! As a part of the acclaimed DC Comics
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Batman is a cultural super-hero icon. First introduced in 1939 the alter ego of Bruce Wayne has been known through countless DC comics a TV series & mega hit movies. The Batman Files is Bruce Waynes secret book that consists of journal entries from Batmans war on crime in-depth villain dossiers & other bat-computer files faux news articles describing major events in Batmans life & hundreds of illustrations taken from the comics. The book will also include blueprints & schematics of Batmans costumes vehicles & weapons & the Batcave & a variety of sketches made to look like they were penned by the Caped Crusader himself including a childs drawing of the horrible bat Bruce saw down in the cave. ...

Meet the caped crusaders allies & enemies in this sticker adventure. Batman Friend or Foe? Ultimate Sticker Book" features over 250 reusable full-colour stickers from the DC comic book series. Youll meet all the good guys & bad guys from the Riddler to Two-Face & Catwoman. Make up your own Batman cartoon scenes as you stick stickers on to special full-colour backgrounds & find out more fascinating facts about the Dark Knight. This ultimate sticker collection will delight younger fans who want to know about the popular DC Comics super hero." ...

Meet the caped crusaders allies & enemies in this sticker adventure. Batman Friend or Foe? Ultimate Sticker Book" features over 250 reusable full-colour stickers from the DC comic book series. Youll meet all the good guys & bad guys from the Riddler to Two-Face & Catwoman. Make up your own Batman cartoon scenes as you stick stickers on to special full-colour backgrounds & find out more fascinating facts about the Dark Knight. This ultimate sticker collection will delight younger fans who want to know about the popular DC Comics super hero." ...