In 'Tabula Rasa' part 1, the man who broke Batman's back comes to town and makes a startling statement! It's a fact that, at first, Batman can't seem to deny, causing the Dark Knight to team up with his longtime enemy to destroy the last of the Lazarus Pits.
Writer Devin Grayson's final issue follows Bruce Wayne through a typical day to see just how many lives Batman—and Bruce—have an impact upon. Plus, a Batman Black & White backup tale by Mark Askwith and Michael Kaluta!
Samsara' Part 1! It's a horrifying night for the Batman when a shooting is just the beginning of a killing spree in Gotham, as the bizarre spirit named Samsara begins inhabiting the bodies of everyone Batman fails to save. Plus, a black-and-white story written and drawn by Paul Pope!
Zero Year part 13. It's been one hell of a year in Gotham City, and it all comes down to this: Batman vs. The Riddler in the extra-sized finale of the Batman early-years epic!
The eclectic early millennium stories of Batman, Nightwing, and the extended Bat-family continue as Dick Grayson returns to his acrobat roots to take on the criminal sister duo, Double Dare! Then, Batman calls Aquaman for a favor, Scarecrow unleashes his fear toxin in Arkham, and Superman pays a visit to Gotham City! Collects the lead stories from Batman: Gotham Knights #14-24 and #29.
Samsara's origin is revealed as Batman struggles to solve the mystery of his increasingly dangerous pursuer. The Dark Knight must confront his own limitations as well as the youthful vengeance fantasies that have shaped the course of his life! 'Samsara' Part 2.
Dick Grayson--alter-ego of the original Robin of Batman comics--has gone through various changes in his 75 years as a superhero but has remained the optimistic, humorous character readers first embraced in 1940. Predating Green Lantern and Wonder Woman, he is one of DC Comics' oldest heroes and retains a large and loyal fanbase. The first scholarly work to focus exclusively on the Boy Wonder, this collection of new essays features critical analysis, as well as interviews with some of the biggest names to study Dick Grayson, including Chuck Dixon, Devin Grayson and Marv Wolfman. The contributors discuss his vital place in the Batman saga, his growth and development into an independent hero, Nightwing, and the many storyline connections which put him at the center of the DC Universe. His character is explored in the contexts of feminism, trauma, friendship, and masculinity.
Batman and Batgirl fight to save a group of kidnapped Gothamites from being sold overseas as slave labor, but Batgirl's personal struggle with her killer instincts may prove to be the death of not only her, but everyone else! Plus, a backup tale written and drawn by John Byrne!
A large section of the Gotham Bank and Trust's vault of safety-deposit boxes resurfaces and is quickly looted. But what could have been taken from the box belonging to the former Batgirl that is causing her such distress? Plus a backup tale by Walt Simonson with art by John Paul Leon!
Knight Moves" part 2. The Huntress has been captured by Checkmate, who makes her an offer she can't possibly refuse. But refuse she does! Injured and on the run, her only salvation lies in the not-so-tender hands of Batman. Plus a Black and White backup illustrated by Cliff Chiang!