- Paperback: 160 pages
- Publisher: DC Comics (9 Nov 2010)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1401224172
- ISBN-13: 978-1401224172
- Product Dimensions: 16.8 x 0.5 x 25.7 cm
- Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
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"Batman: R.I.P." and FINAL CRISIS saw the end of Batman. Now, months following the disappearance of her protector, Gotham City sits at a precipice and it may be too far gone for Nightwing, Robin, Commissioner Gordon and the rest of the city's heroes to save the day. Amid the fires, rioting, looting and gang warfare, one question rings out from the souls of Gotham's desperate citizens: Where is Batman? With guest-stars galore, the destruction of a sacred Gotham City institution and an ending that will have everyone talking, this event written and drawn by Tony Daniel (The Tenth) and other top creators features the battle to take on the Mantle of the Bat. Who has earned the right? Who thinks they deserve it? Robin? Nightwing? Jason Todd? Two-Face? Catwoman? Batgirl? Who will ultimately win the BATTLE FOR THE COWL?
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This is a well written, well illustrated story, albeit one I didn't like.
Having read comics for more than 30 years, I am fed up with people dying and coming back at a later stage (Jean Grey, Professor X several times, Bruce Wayne, The Green Goblin - both of them, etc)
This complex and confusing storyline about the (apparent) death of Wayne and Jason Todd's stupid attempt to replace him, alongside Dick Grayson's out-of-character reluctance to take on the mantle (which is feebly explained) is rubbish, and there is a risk that Batman sales will plummet - or has that started already? I have stopped buying Batman family titles -in fact, this was to be my last one just to 'finish off the story.'
I have given it three stars rather than less because it is a well-produced piece of work, and my dislike of the Bruce Wayne death series and the return of Jason Todd is a personal opinion.
If you collect Batman, unfortunately you need this title. If not, this is probably not the best place to start.
Having read comics for more than 30 years, I am fed up with people dying and coming back at a later stage (Jean Grey, Professor X several times, Bruce Wayne, The Green Goblin - both of them, etc)
This complex and confusing storyline about the (apparent) death of Wayne and Jason Todd's stupid attempt to replace him, alongside Dick Grayson's out-of-character reluctance to take on the mantle (which is feebly explained) is rubbish, and there is a risk that Batman sales will plummet - or has that started already? I have stopped buying Batman family titles -in fact, this was to be my last one just to 'finish off the story.'
I have given it three stars rather than less because it is a well-produced piece of work, and my dislike of the Bruce Wayne death series and the return of Jason Todd is a personal opinion.
If you collect Batman, unfortunately you need this title. If not, this is probably not the best place to start.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This is a graphic novel that fits in with the Batman R.I.P, The Black Glove and the Resurrection of Ra's Al Ghul so if you haven't read any of these titles, it is worth picking them up to get an idea of how the plot has led you to the events in this book. It helps that Tony S. Daniels has been involved with all the above mentioned books, and this helps to give you the impression that there is continuity.
In this scenario Batman/Bruce Wayne is dead and Gotham is consuming itself in a crime wave as the criminals look to take advantage of the lack of a saviour/protector of the the city of Gotham. The simple solution? Gotham needs the Batman back - and fast! There are three real contenders for this position - Nightwing, Tim Drake and Jason Todd, but who, if any will be able to step into the shoes of Bruce Wayne? As a nice subplot Vicki Vale returns to her journalistic roots and starts to investigate Bruce Wayne - why is he always unavailable, or drawn away at the last minute? From the criminal side of things, we also get to see The Penguin, Two-Face and the Black Mask.
This is a tight, well-editted book and one well worth adding to your collection if you have enjoyed the recent books in the Batman universe. The main storyline and subplots are well thought out, and the artwork throughout is very good. There are some nice set pieces too, and some winks and nods for the regular fans to pick up on.
I enjoyed this immensely, and hope that we get to see more of this storyline in a follow up. Until then - don't hesitate! Buy this now, and you won't be disappointed - it doesn't quite reach the heights of some of the best titles out there (like The Dark Knight Returns, Killing Joke, Year One etc...) but it isn't far behind - hence the 4 star rating (i would have given it 4.5 if i could!!)
As a quick aside - there have been similar stories written before, and the main one to have a look at would be Batman:Prodigal, where Dick Grayson (aka Nightwing) takes on the mantle in Bruce Wayne's absence.
In this scenario Batman/Bruce Wayne is dead and Gotham is consuming itself in a crime wave as the criminals look to take advantage of the lack of a saviour/protector of the the city of Gotham. The simple solution? Gotham needs the Batman back - and fast! There are three real contenders for this position - Nightwing, Tim Drake and Jason Todd, but who, if any will be able to step into the shoes of Bruce Wayne? As a nice subplot Vicki Vale returns to her journalistic roots and starts to investigate Bruce Wayne - why is he always unavailable, or drawn away at the last minute? From the criminal side of things, we also get to see The Penguin, Two-Face and the Black Mask.
This is a tight, well-editted book and one well worth adding to your collection if you have enjoyed the recent books in the Batman universe. The main storyline and subplots are well thought out, and the artwork throughout is very good. There are some nice set pieces too, and some winks and nods for the regular fans to pick up on.
I enjoyed this immensely, and hope that we get to see more of this storyline in a follow up. Until then - don't hesitate! Buy this now, and you won't be disappointed - it doesn't quite reach the heights of some of the best titles out there (like The Dark Knight Returns, Killing Joke, Year One etc...) but it isn't far behind - hence the 4 star rating (i would have given it 4.5 if i could!!)
As a quick aside - there have been similar stories written before, and the main one to have a look at would be Batman:Prodigal, where Dick Grayson (aka Nightwing) takes on the mantle in Bruce Wayne's absence.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This volume reprints Batman: Battle for the Cowl issues #1-3, and Gotham Gazette: Batman Dead #1 and Gotham Gazette: Batman Alive #1.
This is an interesting episode in the latest Batman saga, providing you are following the storyline. It is not really a stand-alone volume though, so be warned. The Batman Family are trying to keep the peace in Gotham in Batman's absence, but not doing a great job of it. The Black Mask is stirring up trouble between the Penguin and Two-Face, and the heroes are caught in the middle, with the Red Hood out to seize the Cowl. Eventually, Dick Grayson is pushed into making the decision we have all been waiting for...
This is an interesting episode in the latest Batman saga, providing you are following the storyline. It is not really a stand-alone volume though, so be warned. The Batman Family are trying to keep the peace in Gotham in Batman's absence, but not doing a great job of it. The Black Mask is stirring up trouble between the Penguin and Two-Face, and the heroes are caught in the middle, with the Red Hood out to seize the Cowl. Eventually, Dick Grayson is pushed into making the decision we have all been waiting for...
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Fun but not essential
It can be quite confusing to work out how this fits the continuity especially if you are familiar with Morrison's Batman & Robin side project in which Dick and Damian fight Jason... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Mr. R. W. Jewitt
Cowl at the moon
Following the events of Batman RIP, Gotham is thrown into chaos as the Black Mask returns to wreak havoc upon the city and free the cavalcade of villains from Blackgate and Arkham... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Sam Quixote
The Battles On!
Having been a fan of the Bat since 1965,I love the graphic novels of him in print now.
The artwork is stunning,with plenty of twists and turns in the story. Read more
The artwork is stunning,with plenty of twists and turns in the story. Read more
Published 14 months ago by nafnamtab
Fan fodder for the new Batman universe
This is really fan fodder for the new Batman universe, Batman is dead and Gotham is swamped (literally it would seem) by costumed superheroes, a supervillain frees all Batmans... Read more
Published 16 months ago by Lark
An interesting game changer for the Batman mythos.
A much more straight forward story than the deep complex and all over the place batman rip Battle for the cowl benefits from the simplicity. Read more
Published on 20 Jan 2010 by genejoke
Great Read
Great graphic novel. Sets up the latest batman comics. Make sure you catch up with the story first e.g Batman R.I.P(Deluxe).
Published on 5 Jan 2010 by C. Regan
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