Batman Noir: The Dark Knight Returns

from wilsonknut

This is an essential read for graphic novel fans. Along with Watchmen, it helped define the dark, gritty superhero genre. This is not the Batman you know, but at the same time it is 100% Batman.

from GrumpyBob

I bought this book back when it was first published as a single volume paperback. For me this is one of the "graphic novels" that redefined the superhero genre, and made these works worth reading. The Dark Knight Returns has excellent storywriting by Frank Miller, excellent artwork by Lynn Varley...

from danconsiglio

One of the most satisfying experiences of my comic book reading life is watching Batman pound the living hell out of Superman. So good! This one deserves all the fanboy love it gets.

from kevn57

Well it only took me close to 30 years before I read this but I was blown away by the story, it was so close to perfect that I had to give it 5 full stars. If you enjoyed Watchmen I'm almost certain that you should read this book about a superhero who got old. 1986 was an amazing year for comics.

from josh314

Although I've got a sizable collection of comics and graphic fiction, this is the only Batman title that I own. In fact, I tend to avoid the whole superhero genre but I'm pleased that I picked up this one. This book is considered something of a classic as it helped redefine Batman in the '80s. Go...