Gotham City Living

Author: Erica McCrystal
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 135014892X
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 225

Book Description
Framing Gotham City as a microcosm of a modern-day metropolis, Gotham City Living posits this fictional setting as a hyper-aware archetype, demonstrative of the social, political and cultural tensions felt throughout urban America. Looking at the comics, graphic novels, films and television shows that form the Batman universe, this book demonstrates how the various creators of Gotham City have imagined a geography for the condition of America, the cast of characters acting as catalysts for a revaluation of established urban values. McCrystal breaks down representations of the city and its inhabitants into key sociological themes, focusing on youth, gender, sexuality, race and ethnicity, class disparity and criminality. Surveying comic strip publications from the mid-20th century to modern depictions, this book explores a wide range of material from the universe as well as the most contemporary depictions of the caped crusader not yet fully addressed in a scholarly context. These include the works of Tom King and Gail Simone; the films by Christopher Nolan and Tim Burton; and the Batman animated series and Gotham television shows. Covering characters from Batman and Robin to Batgirl, Catwoman and Poison Ivy, Gotham City Living examines the Batman franchise as it has evolved, demonstrating how the city presents a timeline of social progression (and regression) in urban American society.

DC Comics: Villains of Gotham City (Tiny Book)

Author: Insight Editions
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 168383481X
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 192

Book Description
Explore the mysteries of Batman's Gotham City in this miniature art book. Throughout Batman's rich comic book history his home of Gotham City has been a minefield of dangerous foes and exciting adventures. Now, fans can hold the details of this sprawling metropolis in the palm of their hand with DC Comics: Field Guide to Gotham City. Featuring intriguing secrets and fascinating details, this colorful illustrated mini book exposes the underbelly of Gotham City and all the characters that dwell within. Part of Insight Editions' new collectible series of mini books, this is the perfect gift for any DC Comics fan.

Good Night, Gotham City

Author: R. J. Cregg
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1534404171
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 24

Book Description
Come along with Batman as he completes his nightly patrol. From Arkham Asylum to Gotham Harbor, he shows Robin how to check that the city is safe and their work is done.

Building Gotham

Author: Keith D. Revell
Publisher: JHU Press
ISBN: 9780801882067
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 348

Book Description
These issues of city-building and institutional change involved more than the familiar push and pull of interest groups or battles between bosses, reformers, immigrants, and natives. Revell explores the ways in which technical values - a distinctive civic culture of expertise - helped to reshape ideas of community, generate new centers of public authority, and change the physical landscape of New York City."--Jacket.

DC Comics: Batman: Quotes from Gotham City (Tiny Book)

Author: Insight Editions
Publisher: Insight Editions
ISBN: 9781683834809
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
A compact and colorful guide to Batman’s best quotes from his many comic adventures. Batman has gathered a lot of valuable wisdom in his seventy-five years of comic history. Now readers can enjoy his sage advice in this collectible tiny book. Part of an exciting new series of miniature comic book titles, this book compiles all of Batman’s cleverest and wisest quotes and life lessons along with classic artwork in an appealing mini package.

Gotham High

Author: Melissa De La Cruz
Publisher: DC Comics
ISBN: 1779503385
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 212

Book Description
From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Alex and Eliza and The Witches of East End comes a reimagining of Gotham for a new generation of readers. Before they became Batman, Catwoman, and The Joker, Bruce, Selina, and Jack were high schoolers who would do whatever it took-even destroy the ones they love-to satisfy their own motives. After being kicked out of his boarding school, 17-year-old Bruce Wayne returns to Gotham City to find that nothing is as he left it. What once was his family home is now an empty husk, lonely but haunted by the memory of his parents' murder. Selina Kyle, once the innocent girl next door, now rules over Gotham High School with a dangerous flair, aided by the class clown, Jack Napier. When a kidnapping rattles the school, Bruce seeks answers as the dark and troubled knight-but is he actually the pawn? Nothing is ever as it seems, especially at Gotham High, where the parties and romances are of the highest stakes...and where everyone is a suspect. With enchanting art by Thomas Pitilli, this new graphic novel is just as intoxicating as it is chilling, in which dearest friends turn into greatest enemies-all within the hallways of Gotham High!

DC Comics: Exploring Gotham City

Author: Matthew Manning
Publisher: Insight Editions
ISBN: 9781647220617
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 48

Book Description
Discover the secrets of Gotham City with this large-scale interactive book, DC Comics: Exploring Gotham City. DC Comics: Exploring Gotham City combines striking full-color illustrations of Gotham City with interactive elements that reveal the secrets of the most fascinating locations from the birthplace of the Dark Knight. Explore famous landmarks like the Batcave, Arkham Asylum, and Wayne Manor and uncover the mysteries of the Gotham City. The first in a series of large-scale interactive books that explore the iconic locations from the world of DC Comics, DC Comics: Exploring Gotham City is the perfect book for readers of all ages who want to investigate the tumultuous city Batman calls home.

Heroes of Gotham City

Author:
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1481477226
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32

Book Description
"Batman created by Bob Kane with Bill Finger."

Batman

Author: Greg Rucka
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 0671774557
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 484

Book Description
With Slavoj Zizek, Alain Badiou is one of the best-known philosophers alive today.

Gotham City Cocktails

Author: André Darlington
Publisher: Insight Editions
ISBN: 9781647221812
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 144

Book Description
The first official book of its kind, DC Comics: The Official Gotham City Cocktail Book is the ultimate guide to crafting classic drinks inspired by the residents of Gotham City. Based on the colorful heroes, villains, and locations of Gotham City, this compendium of delectably enticing cocktails takes readers on a trip through the home of the Dark Knight. Featuring a collection of sophisticated libations, this unique book contains seventy recipes for delicious handcrafted cocktails, as well as a curated selection of tasteful bar bites to pair with the beverages. With drinks inspired by everyone from Batman himself to Poison Ivy, Commissioner Gordon, and the Joker, DC Comics: Batman: The Official Gotham City Cocktail Book includes step-by-step instructions and tips on how to craft the perfect cocktail, as well as beautiful full-color photography. A refined and elegant volume, this book is an essential addition to every fan’s bar cart or bookshelf.