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Editorial Reviews
About the Author
After making his professional debut in 1975, Brian Bolland perfected his clean-line style and meticulous attention to detail on a series of popular strips for the British comics magazine 2000 AD, most notably its signature feature Judge Dredd. He went on to illustrate the 12-issue maxiseries Camelot 3000 and Batman: The Killing Joke for DC before shifting his focus to work almost exclusively on cover illustrations. Since then, he has earned a reputation as one of the best cover artists in the industry, and his elegantly composed and beautifully rendered pieces have graced a host of titles, including Animal Man, Batman, The Flash, The Invisibles, Wonder Woman, and many more.
Reviews:
5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Have for any Batman Fan's Graphic Novella Collection (Spoilers Further Down)
I first was exposed to the story of the Killing Joke indirectly through the TV series Gotham that ran on Fox Network that ran from 2014 to 2019, bits of pieces of the Killing Joke's storyline were sprinkled throughout the final season.Later I experienced bits and pieces of the story through the Batman Arkham games.These references and easter eggs were very well done, but it wasn't until I took out the Killing Joke Graphic Novel from my local library that I realized just how well done those easter eggs were.This story, is perhaps one of the most important Batman, Batgirl, and Joker stories, it defined much of Barbara Gordon's more recent comic book history, as well as the more recent story "Three Jokers".Written by Alan Moore, this story was more grounded, gritty, and serious, in contrast to other Batman stories at the time it was written, while I was not yet born in the era that the Killing Joke was written, it defined almost everything that led me to fall in love with Batman's mythos and characters.The dark, gothic, brooding hero of Tim Burton's 1989 Batman film may never have existed were it not for Alan Moore's Masterpiece.While more recently Mr. Moore himself has, discredited much of his comic book work, due to his unpopular belief that titles such as the Killing Joke were a mistake to have written, I can say that, this is the definitive Batman Joker story.The atmosphere and artwork are extremely well done, and if I am being honest, I did not pay attention to the fact it is a hardcover, a hardcover graphic novel for this reasonable a price in today's economy, no less one of the most important Batman stories ever put to paper, is astounding to me.If you love more mature and serious Batman stories, especially ones along the lines of Matt Reeves' The Batman (2022) and both Tim Burton's Batman (1989) and Batman Returns (1992), then this story is for you.In times such as these in 2022 as I write this review, our safe spaces are incredibly important, and the mental guardian of my safe space, is, and always will be, the Dark Knight of Gotham.Even with a story as dark as this, I find comfort in Batman's light, and like Bruce Wayne, imagine a world, that is safer, and healthier, than the one we live in today, where people respect one another, and help each other through hard times, it is ultimately up to us all, to make that imagination, a reality, to help each other the way Bruce Wayne helps his ailing city, anyways, that is enough rambling, I just wanted to, ramble enough to ensure the spoilers aren't visible by someone just scrolling on through reviews.(SPOILERS AHEAD)The origins of Joker shown in this graphic novel is the generally accepted story, being the tragic downfall of a man who lost everything that mattered to him, except his sense of humor, the only shred of his former self he could clutch onto as he lost his mind. (My own personal interpretation of Joker)And as I noted before, this story defines the story of the Barbara Gordon Batgirl, her paralysis which would only make her stronger, alot of people at the time were understandably upset with the brutality of what happened to Barbara, but in 2022, I think it's safe to say the follow up stories show that Barbara overcame her trauma, her disability, in my personal opinion she always will be one of the best and most important members of the Bat-Family, second only to Alfred Pennyworth and Tim Drake, and equal to Dick Grayson and Jason Todd.As far as the ending goes, you can make the conclusion yourself, personally, I take it as the Killing Joker is apart of Batman canon, and Batman did not kill Joker at the end, but one could say that Batman did loose himself by the end of it and Joker won.
5.0 out of 5 stars Good art and story
Best joker comic
5.0 out of 5 stars The definitive Joker story. An absolute masterpiece.
One of the darkest and grittiest stories ever written dives into the Joker's troubled mind. By the end, you're going to hate Joker a lot more, while also appreciating his complexity, plus understanding why he is possibly the most compelling supervillain ever created.It's not a long read, but it's lean, potent, and chilling work by Alan. Breathtaking artwork from Brian elevates the overall experience to legendary levels. A must-read for fans of the Joker, Batman, or for any fan of comic books looking for a mature story that deeply questions the fragility of human sanity and morality.
5.0 out of 5 stars Really good intro to comics
I got this along with a few other ones and it was really good I love the horror element
5.0 out of 5 stars Moore is a genius
Greatest Batman story ever told.
4.0 out of 5 stars Have to have a general knowledge...
Cool book. Original story, with commentary. Great for DC Comic fans!
5.0 out of 5 stars Nice for a Batman fan of all ages.
Nicely put together. Anyone who likes Batman would want this as a keepsake.Kids will just like it period.
5.0 out of 5 stars Why... So... Cereal?! ; )
Damn it ... Think I have a New Addiction!! Smh
The killing joke
An excellent read, I bought this novel blimey years ago I reckon zaap and it was a blamo a good schlap a good read then whamo I bought it for my crrrank nephew who is a total bat caapow man fan i on the other hand am a loyal studge of the hehe he hahaha hoho of the keeerrrrpooow daaah ouch the jok splat er 😀
Buen regalo, mejor novela
La persona a la que se lo regale termino muy contento y satisfecha, gran novela.
Another very dark moment for Batman
A tight gripping movie moment for Batman. Alan Moore is a master story teller!
Quality as good as I hoped.
As advertised. With the new Bolland Brown colouring.
A classic!
Great comic!Good quality hardcover
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Batman: The Killing Joke Deluxe (New Edition)
AED7869
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Delivery fee of AED 20. Free for orders above AED 200.
Imported From: United States
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Description:
Editorial Reviews
About the Author
After making his professional debut in 1975, Brian Bolland perfected his clean-line style and meticulous attention to detail on a series of popular strips for the British comics magazine 2000 AD, most notably its signature feature Judge Dredd. He went on to illustrate the 12-issue maxiseries Camelot 3000 and Batman: The Killing Joke for DC before shifting his focus to work almost exclusively on cover illustrations. Since then, he has earned a reputation as one of the best cover artists in the industry, and his elegantly composed and beautifully rendered pieces have graced a host of titles, including Animal Man, Batman, The Flash, The Invisibles, Wonder Woman, and many more.
Reviews:
5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Have for any Batman Fan's Graphic Novella Collection (Spoilers Further Down)
I first was exposed to the story of the Killing Joke indirectly through the TV series Gotham that ran on Fox Network that ran from 2014 to 2019, bits of pieces of the Killing Joke's storyline were sprinkled throughout the final season.Later I experienced bits and pieces of the story through the Batman Arkham games.These references and easter eggs were very well done, but it wasn't until I took out the Killing Joke Graphic Novel from my local library that I realized just how well done those easter eggs were.This story, is perhaps one of the most important Batman, Batgirl, and Joker stories, it defined much of Barbara Gordon's more recent comic book history, as well as the more recent story "Three Jokers".Written by Alan Moore, this story was more grounded, gritty, and serious, in contrast to other Batman stories at the time it was written, while I was not yet born in the era that the Killing Joke was written, it defined almost everything that led me to fall in love with Batman's mythos and characters.The dark, gothic, brooding hero of Tim Burton's 1989 Batman film may never have existed were it not for Alan Moore's Masterpiece.While more recently Mr. Moore himself has, discredited much of his comic book work, due to his unpopular belief that titles such as the Killing Joke were a mistake to have written, I can say that, this is the definitive Batman Joker story.The atmosphere and artwork are extremely well done, and if I am being honest, I did not pay attention to the fact it is a hardcover, a hardcover graphic novel for this reasonable a price in today's economy, no less one of the most important Batman stories ever put to paper, is astounding to me.If you love more mature and serious Batman stories, especially ones along the lines of Matt Reeves' The Batman (2022) and both Tim Burton's Batman (1989) and Batman Returns (1992), then this story is for you.In times such as these in 2022 as I write this review, our safe spaces are incredibly important, and the mental guardian of my safe space, is, and always will be, the Dark Knight of Gotham.Even with a story as dark as this, I find comfort in Batman's light, and like Bruce Wayne, imagine a world, that is safer, and healthier, than the one we live in today, where people respect one another, and help each other through hard times, it is ultimately up to us all, to make that imagination, a reality, to help each other the way Bruce Wayne helps his ailing city, anyways, that is enough rambling, I just wanted to, ramble enough to ensure the spoilers aren't visible by someone just scrolling on through reviews.(SPOILERS AHEAD)The origins of Joker shown in this graphic novel is the generally accepted story, being the tragic downfall of a man who lost everything that mattered to him, except his sense of humor, the only shred of his former self he could clutch onto as he lost his mind. (My own personal interpretation of Joker)And as I noted before, this story defines the story of the Barbara Gordon Batgirl, her paralysis which would only make her stronger, alot of people at the time were understandably upset with the brutality of what happened to Barbara, but in 2022, I think it's safe to say the follow up stories show that Barbara overcame her trauma, her disability, in my personal opinion she always will be one of the best and most important members of the Bat-Family, second only to Alfred Pennyworth and Tim Drake, and equal to Dick Grayson and Jason Todd.As far as the ending goes, you can make the conclusion yourself, personally, I take it as the Killing Joker is apart of Batman canon, and Batman did not kill Joker at the end, but one could say that Batman did loose himself by the end of it and Joker won.
5.0 out of 5 stars Good art and story
Best joker comic
5.0 out of 5 stars The definitive Joker story. An absolute masterpiece.
One of the darkest and grittiest stories ever written dives into the Joker's troubled mind. By the end, you're going to hate Joker a lot more, while also appreciating his complexity, plus understanding why he is possibly the most compelling supervillain ever created.It's not a long read, but it's lean, potent, and chilling work by Alan. Breathtaking artwork from Brian elevates the overall experience to legendary levels. A must-read for fans of the Joker, Batman, or for any fan of comic books looking for a mature story that deeply questions the fragility of human sanity and morality.
5.0 out of 5 stars Really good intro to comics
I got this along with a few other ones and it was really good I love the horror element
5.0 out of 5 stars Moore is a genius
Greatest Batman story ever told.
4.0 out of 5 stars Have to have a general knowledge...
Cool book. Original story, with commentary. Great for DC Comic fans!
5.0 out of 5 stars Nice for a Batman fan of all ages.
Nicely put together. Anyone who likes Batman would want this as a keepsake.Kids will just like it period.
5.0 out of 5 stars Why... So... Cereal?! ; )
Damn it ... Think I have a New Addiction!! Smh
The killing joke
An excellent read, I bought this novel blimey years ago I reckon zaap and it was a blamo a good schlap a good read then whamo I bought it for my crrrank nephew who is a total bat caapow man fan i on the other hand am a loyal studge of the hehe he hahaha hoho of the keeerrrrpooow daaah ouch the jok splat er 😀
Buen regalo, mejor novela
La persona a la que se lo regale termino muy contento y satisfecha, gran novela.
Another very dark moment for Batman
A tight gripping movie moment for Batman. Alan Moore is a master story teller!
Quality as good as I hoped.
As advertised. With the new Bolland Brown colouring.
A classic!
Great comic!Good quality hardcover
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