Dark Knight Returns TP New Ed: The Dark Knight Returns 30th Anniversary Edition (Batman)

The Dark Knight Returns isn’t just a graphic novel, it’s a seismic shift in how superhero stories are told. Frank Miller’s vision is gritty, unapologetic, and deeply introspective, offering a version of Batman that’s older, angrier, and more human than ever before. The storytelling is layered and cinematic, with a pace that grips you from the first panel and never lets go. The artwork is raw and stylized, perfectly matching the dystopian tone of the narrative. It’s not about polish, it’s about impact. Every frame feels deliberate, every shadow meaningful. The use of media snippets and fragmented dialogue adds a unique texture that makes the world feel lived-in and chaotic. This volume helped redefine what comics could be: not just entertainment, but commentary, character study, and myth-making. Whether you're a lifelong Batman fan or new to the genre, The Dark Knight Returns is essential reading - powerful, provocative, and unforgettable.

Brilliant story, great to read even as a stand alone. Artwork showing its age, but still very good

Bought this for my son's 19th birthday. He said it was really good and he enjoyed reading it. He's never had much love for 'book books' so was happy when he mentioned about this one and then pleased to hear it had been a worthwhile buy.

This is the second time I read this graphic novel (the first following shortly after the two part animated movies, which inspired me to get it in the first place), and immediately from the off you can totally understand why this is held to such high esteem. In many ways it encapsulates the character of Bruce Wayne and Batman, and what makes him who he is. It is a story which at times is poetic, other times amusing. It's when it's dealing with the deepest of themes when this novel truly sings. It is a bleak world, and it truly is Batman at its best. If I had to give a tiny criticism, the art does look a little dated compared to the art of today. However, this novel is quite old, so that can be forgiven. The story will remain forever timeless.

Been years since I have read this classic comic and it still does not disappoint 40 years later!!! No wonder movies are based on this.

Batman: The Dark Knight Returns is one of the best Batman stories ever written. It was written and penciled by the legendary Frank Miller. First published in 1986 it was one of the first stories to show an older Batman in a dystopian version of Gotham. He comes out of retirement, and kicks ass. It is moody, dark, has some iconic scenes and dialog, and re-reading it is always a joy. It just hits the mark, and scores a perfect 10 for The Dark Knight. Also Frank Miller's The Dark Knight Returns was obviously the inspiration for some of the Zack Snyder's Snyderverse. Come and read The Dark Knight Returns, an original Batman story which is better than any movie ever could be.

Great product. Used book - listed as "Very good". Accurate and fair description, was almost like new. Arrived on due date.

This really is one of the best graphic novels of all time and also one of the best batman story's ever told. The writing is deep and thought provoking and the art work is legendary. A must for any batman, DC, comic fan or for anybody looking for an amazing read.

I was so highly anticipated to read this story, i first wanted to watch the movie but i decided to read it first, it is a simple story yet it's so nice to read especially the monologues and how he feels, each villain in each issue represents Bruce's physical and mental state, upto 3rd issue everything runs perfectly but in 4th issue, many of the situations felt rushed, especially how the fight with Superman began, but still i loved reading this, and I've recently gotten into comics and this is my third Batman comic

Comprato come regalo per un appassionato di Batman. È stato molto apprezzato. La copertina è morbida e i disegni molto belli. La storia molto bella è stata l'ispirazione per il film Batman. Vs Superman. Non può mancare per gli appassionati di Batman.

Loved this!! Had already seen the animated original movie but still, reading this gave me goosebumps again. Product was delivered on time and in good condition

Livré rapidement et en parfait état.

Wenn es einen Batman Comic gibt, den jeder Fan kennen muss, und welcher diese Figur maßgeblich (neu-) definiert hat, dann ist es ganz ohne Frage BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS. Mit diesem Comic wurde Ende der 80er Jahre eine regelrechte Renaissance von Batman eingeläutet, deren Auswirkung auch heute noch spürbar sind und welche den Grundstein für Vieles legte, was sich in den letzten drei Jahrzehnten im Batman-Universum (und nicht nur dort!) tat. Vermutlich muss man andere Schwergewichte wie "Watchmen" nennen, um die Bedeutung und die Auswirkungen von BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS adäquat zu umreißen. Sprich: an BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS geht kein Weg vorbei, schon gar nicht, wenn man sich auch nur ansatzweise Batman interessiert... so einfach ist das. Die Worte "Pflichtkauf", "Kult" und "Meisterwerk" werden sicherlich häufig überstrapaziert und zu leichtfertig verwendet, aber hier ist es die reine Wahrheit. Wer sich für Batman (oder für Superhelden allgemein) interessiert kommt um BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS nicht herum, und ich bin mir ganz sicher, dass die Comicwelt in den letzten 30 Jahren ohne diesen Comic anders ausgesehen hätte... schlichtweg, weil BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS unbestritten viele Werke beeinflusst hat. Die Geschichte funktioniert auch heute noch sehr gut und ist immer noch packend und sehr dynamisch erzählt – ich las diesen Comic erstmals 1989 und habe ihn mir vor einigen Tagen noch mal zu Gemüte geführt... und dabei stellte ich einmal mehr fest, wie gut und mitreißend dieser Comic erzählt ist - und wie gut die Geschichte gealtert ist, selbst wenn viele Elemente diese Story mittlerweile absolute Batman Standard sind, kann die Handlung immer wieder begeistern. Batman wird hier nicht nur älter, sondern auch finsterer, fanatischer und schlichtweg härter geschildert als es bis dahin üblich war - und genau dadurch bekam die Figur seinerzeit eine für damalige Verhältnisse ganz neue und völlig schlüssige Tiefe. Keine Frage: 5 Sterne sind hier völlig unumgänglich.