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Frank Miller (Author)
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Release Date: Oct 1 1997 | Series: Batman Beyond (DC Comics)
Even Batman was an inexperienced novice once. In an essential story from the Dark Knight's early days, Batman struggles to instill fear in Gotham City's criminals, while expatriate Chicago cop James Gordon discovers that he may be the only honest cop in town.

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Whether you grew up reading Batman comics, watched the campy television show, or eagerly await each new movie, this is the book for you. A retelling of the events that led to Bruce Wayne's becoming Batman, this book combines Frank Miller's tight film-noir writing with David Mazucchelli's solid artwork. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

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Grade 4 Up–In the late 1980s, DC Comics revamped many superheroes but realized that Batman should remain true to his 1939 history. According to the introduction, the editors also decided that the public needed to know more about Batman's early life as a vigilante, and Miller and Mazzucchelli came together to produce Batman: Year One. Originally released in 1988 in four parts, the stories have been combined into one book. Opening with the arrival of Lieutenant James Gordon in Gotham's police force, the story goes on to inform readers about the level of corruption permeating the force. They also witness Bruce Wayne's first encounter with the prostitute named Selina, who will become Catwoman. Wayne speaks to his dead father, asking for guidance, and is answered with a bat on the windowsill, and Batman is born. The remaining chapters highlight Gordon's continuing difficulties with the corrupt police force, Batman's early difficulties in protecting and using his arsenal of weapons, and the first villains he chooses to pursue. At the end of the book, readers are treated to some background on Mazzucchelli's art, the production of Year One, and details on Richmond Lewis's coloring techniques. Both beginning and devoted Batman fans will enjoy this edition.–Sarah Krygier, Solano County Library, Fairfield, CA
Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.
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5.0 out of 5 stars NEVER doubt a 'Batman' comic Mar 19 2012
By j-maAN TOP 500 REVIEWER
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I often critisized Frank Miller's depiction of Batman. People calling this "one of the greatest Batman Graphic novels of all time" often confused me considering no main villain such as The Joker, Two-Face, The Riddler, Clayface, The Mad Hatter, or Scarecrow was included. Though, after much hesitation I read it. It became apparent to me after a few pages that this truly was a work of art. The text flows beautifully, word after word. Though I do not consider it 'the best' Batman graphic novel, I do hold it in high regard and can safely claim that this is a must buy for any Batman fan.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Clasic Dec 13 2012
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I think this is a Modern Classic

It is the essential introduction to Batman and his world

I believe this was one of the books the Nolans drew on for inspiration.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Origin story done right. Sep 17 2012
By bewlaybrutha
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This book tells the classic story of Batman's origin, but does so in a highly realistic and thematically deep way. The art has a nice impressionistic quality to it, that suits the gritty atmosphere that permeates the story. Exciting and believable.
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5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent revision
"Batman: Year One" by Frank Miller is a fantastic revision of not only Batman's origin but more notably Commissioner Gordon. Read more
Published on Jan 2 2011 by Kieran
4.0 out of 5 stars Dark and mature
This is one of the most mature Batman story you will come across.

Really good stuff. Also read The Dark Knight Returns from the same great author.
Published on Oct 25 2010 by Guillaume
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent.
Excellent graphic novel. The artwork is beautiful, the story is very good, I highly recommend it.
Published on Nov 6 2009 by John Kong
4.0 out of 5 stars Interresting
I have enjoyed reading Year One, but I can't say that I was blown away by it. I really liked the development around Gordon and his first steps in the police department of Gotham... Read more
Published on Oct 1 2009 by S. Lavigne
3.0 out of 5 stars Overrated.
I find this tale of Batman overrated because it was too short to have the story really develop into something special. Read more
Published on April 1 2009 by M. Reyes
5.0 out of 5 stars Miller's BEST. A timeless classic, unlike DKR....
This is Frank Miller's best work in mainstream comics, far better than Dark Knight Returns! For one thing, the David Mazzuchelli art is better than Miller's own fractured, flawed... Read more
Published on Jun 26 2004
5.0 out of 5 stars Telling Batman's beginnings as they were meant to be told!
I recently read "Year One" in one sitting. After about page 11 or 12, I just couldn't stop! The story synopsis can be known through other reviews, so I'll just contribute my own... Read more
Published on Mar 22 2004
5.0 out of 5 stars Discover the man behind the bat.
I didn't want to get this graphic novel. I honestly didn't. I had a lot of faith in Daredevil and of course, what Frank Miller did for the series, but at no point did I have... Read more
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Frank Miller is one of my all time favorite comic book/graphic novelists...why? because he's an icon? because he's well known? nope...because he's a great writer..... Read more
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