Books like 'Batman: The Dark Knight Returns #1'
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Captain Nemo: 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea and the Mysterious Island by Jules Verne
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsHere in one binding are both of Jules Verne's Captain Nemo novels. In 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea we meet the enigmatic Captain Nemo and The Nautilus. Even after many adventures and much derring-do Nemo's secrets remain his own, and at the end of the novel we are left with many mysteries concering this mysterious and tragic man. In The Mysterious Island we once again encounter Captain Nemo... -
![The Wraith by Jeffery H. Haskell]()
The Wraith by Jeffery H. Haskell
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsIf Punisher and Batman had a baby raised by John Wick... How far would you go to see justice done? How far is too far? For Madisun the answer is simple. There are people in this world that need killing, and she's just the woman for the job!From the bestselling author of the Full Metal Superhero comes an exciting new ongoing series set in the same world as Arsenal...Categorized as:
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![Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade by Rob MacGregor, George Lucas]()
Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade by Rob MacGregor, George Lucas
Rated: 4.23 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsThe time is the 1930s.Indiana Jones had always managed to get into enough trouble on his own. But this time, he finds himself in the deadliest situation imaginable -- he must rescue his father, eminent professor Dr. Henry Jones, from the Nazis' clutches to keep them from discovering secret information only Dr. Jones possesses...Categorized as:
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![Tales from Two Pockets by Karel Čapek]()
Tales from Two Pockets by Karel Čapek
Rated: 4.12 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsCapek wrote 48 stories that deconstruct the mystery story by breaking one rule here, three rules there, and yet also make for wonderful reading. His unique approaches to the mysteries of justice and truth are full of the ordinary and the extraordinary, humor and humanism... -
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![The Mystery of Banshee Towers by Enid Blyton]()
The Mystery of Banshee Towers by Enid Blyton
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsErn is back visiting Mr Goon, which gives him and the Find-Outers the perfect chance to explore Banshee Towers. But there's more secrets to the towers than the screaming banshees. Fatty, Larry, Daisy, Pip, Bets and Buster the Dog have one last case to solve..Categorized as:
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![The Man of Bronze / The Land of Terror by Kenneth Robeson, Lester Dent]()
The Man of Bronze / The Land of Terror by Kenneth Robeson, Lester Dent
Rated: 3.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe Man of Bronze's origin story is revealed in the classic Lester Dent novels that launched the superhero genre, in an extra-length volume commemorating the 75th anniversary of Doc Savage's pulp debut... -
![Five and a Half-Term Adventure by Enid Blyton]()
Five and a Half-Term Adventure by Enid Blyton
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsOriginal Blyton stories are paired with brand new colour illustrations by Jamie Littler in a new and exciting format..Julian, Dick, Anne, George and Timmy the dog find excitement and adventure wherever they go in Enid Blyton's most popular series. A short story in colour for younger readers. George's dog Timmy sniffs out an adventure when he spots some suspicious-looking passengers on a train... -
![Murder Island by James Patterson, Brian Sitts]()
Murder Island by James Patterson, Brian Sitts
Rated: 3.89 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsProf. Brandt Savage—grandson of the legendary hero Doc Savage—is back in a new action-adventure thriller! They thought they found heaven on earth. But their paradise becomes a nightmare when Professor Brandt Savage and his girlfriend Kira Sunlight stumble on a terrifying conspiracy... -
![Broken Elements by Mia Marshall]()
Broken Elements by Mia Marshall
Rated: 3.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratings“It’s happening again, Aidan. We didn’t stop it, after all.” As an elemental, Aidan Brook holds the power of water at her fingertips. A descendant of the earth’s oldest magic, she can cause tides to ebb and flow, put out house fires without calling 911, and give anyone who’s annoying her an impromptu shower. But even her magic has its limits... -
![James Moriarty, Consulting Criminal by Andy Weir]()
James Moriarty, Consulting Criminal by Andy Weir
Rated: 3.75 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsHis razor-sharp intellect, uncanny powers of deduction, and knowledge of the criminal underground are legendary throughout London. He solves cases with the able assistance of his close friend and confidant. And, one day, he will become the arch enemy of Sherlock Holmes.Meet Professor James Moriarty - consulting criminal...Categorized as:
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![The Secret of Sarek by Maurice Leblanc]()
The Secret of Sarek by Maurice Leblanc
Rated: 3.71 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsThis early work by Maurice Leblanc was originally published in 1919 and we are now republishing it with a brand new introductory biography. In "The Secret of Sarek," the action takes place almost entirely on the fictional Island of Sarek in 1917, in which Leblanc deftly blends crime fantasy and science fiction. Maurice Marie �mile Leblanc was born on 11th November 1864 in Rouen, Normandy, France... -
![The Complete Frank Miller Batman by Frank Miller, Dennis O'Neil]()
The Complete Frank Miller Batman by Frank Miller, Dennis O'Neil
Rated: 4.58 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsThe Complete Frank Miller Batman contains: Batman Year One, Wanted: Santa Claus Dead Or Alive and The Dark Knight Returns. With a new introduction by Richard Bruning, then DC design director. Batman Year One and The Dark Knight Returns are reprints of their trade paperbacks and not individual issues so they include the introductions to those volumes by Frank Miller and Alan Moore... -
![My Hero Academia, vol. 33 by Kohei Horikoshi]()
My Hero Academia, vol. 33 by Kohei Horikoshi
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsEdición argentina, tomo 33... -
![Watchmen #1 by Alan Moore]()
Watchmen #1 by Alan Moore
Rated: 4.31 of 5 stars · 66 ratingsFeaturing the first appearance of Rorschach, Ozymandias, Dr. Manhattan, Silk Spectre, Nite Owl, and the Comedian! When the Comedian dies, a series of events are set into motion that bring the world ever closer to a deadly threat no one saw coming... -
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![David Mazzucchelli's Daredevil Born Again Artisan Edition by David Mazzucchelli]()
David Mazzucchelli's Daredevil Born Again Artisan Edition by David Mazzucchelli
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsEnjoy the acclaimed graphic novel as an ART BOOK! Each page of this classic story is reproduced from the original art--while appearing to be in black and white, the art is scanned IN COLOR, capturing all the nuances (blue pencil, white out, etc) and quirks that make original art unique!DAVID MAZZUCCHELLI'S DAREDEVIL BORN AGAIN was released in the much lauded Artist's Edition format in 2012... -
![Batman (2011-2016) #14 by Scott Snyder, James Tynion IV]()
Batman (2011-2016) #14 by Scott Snyder, James Tynion IV
Rated: 4.56 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsThe Joker is back and somehow more sinister than ever! What caused this change? And can even Batman stop a Joker so driven and dangerous? “Death of the Family” part 2... -
![Batman: Year One by Frank Miller, Richmond Lewis]()
Batman: Year One by Frank Miller, Richmond Lewis
Rated: 4.21 of 5 stars · 72 ratingsA new edition of one of the most important and critically acclaimed Batman adventures ever, written by Frank Miller, author of The Dark Knight Returns!In 1986, Frank Miller and David Mazzucchelli produced this groundbreaking reinterpretation of the origin of Batman—who he is and how he came to be...Categorized as:
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![Daredevil: Born Again by Frank Miller, David Mazzucchelli]()
Daredevil: Born Again by Frank Miller, David Mazzucchelli
Rated: 4.31 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsCollects Daredevil #226-233. "And I -- I have shown him... that a man without hope is a man without fear." The definitive Daredevil tale! Karen Page, Matt Murdock's former lover, has traded away the Man Without Fear's secret identity for a drug fix. Now, Daredevil must find strength as the Kingpin of Crime wastes no time taking him down as low as a human can get... -
![Kabuki, Vol. 4: Skin Deep by David W. Mack]()
Kabuki, Vol. 4: Skin Deep by David W. Mack
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsby David Mack In stores the week of May 1st. The Concept: A woman whose face is horribly scarred finds herself in an institution for "defective" government agents. She (Kabuki) is interrogated to find out if she is hiding something to do with the nature of her scars, or if she is simply crazy... -
![Daredevil, Vol. 7: Hardcore by Brian Michael Bendis, Alex Maleev]()
Daredevil, Vol. 7: Hardcore by Brian Michael Bendis, Alex Maleev
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsDaredevil is simultaneously faced with murder charges, a new girlfriend, being outted by the tabloids, the return of one of his deadliest foes, Typhoid Mary, and the Kingpin's attempt to restore his fallen empire. And the surprise ending changes Daredevil's place in the Marvel Universe forever.Collects Daredevil #46-50... -
![Flashpoint by Geoff Johns, Andy Kubert]()
Flashpoint by Geoff Johns, Andy Kubert
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 25 ratingsNot a dream, not an imaginary story, not an elseworld. This is Flash Fact: When Barry Allen wakes at his desk, he discovers the world has changed. Family is alive, loved ones are strangers, and close friends are different, gone or worse...Categorized as:
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![Batman and Robin, Volume 1: Born to Kill by Peter J. Tomasi, Petri Silas]()
Batman and Robin, Volume 1: Born to Kill by Peter J. Tomasi, Petri Silas
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 25 ratingsAs a part of the acclaimed DC Comics--The New 52 event of September 2011, Batman begins battling evil with his son, Damian, at his side, Batman now realizes that the hardest part of the job may be trying to work together... -
![Batman: Hush, Vol. 2 by Jeph Loeb]()
Batman: Hush, Vol. 2 by Jeph Loeb
Rated: 4.27 of 5 stars · 36 ratingsBATMAN: HUSH is a thrilling mystery of action, intrigue, and deception penned by Jeph Loeb (BATMAN: THE LONG HALLOWEEN) and illustrated by comics superstar Jim Lee (ALL STAR BATMAN & ROBIN, THE BOY WONDER) in which Batman sets out to discover the identity of a mysterious mastermind using the Joker, Riddler, Ra's al Ghul and the Dark Knight's other enemies - and allies - as pawns in a plan to... -
![The Amazing Spider-Man, Vol. 1: Coming Home by J. Michael Straczynski, John Romita Jr.]()
The Amazing Spider-Man, Vol. 1: Coming Home by J. Michael Straczynski, John Romita Jr.
Rated: 4.19 of 5 stars · 26 ratingsJ. Michael Straczynski is a man who has made his mark in many ways whether in the world of science fiction and television with the hit Babylon 5 or in the comic book industry with such books as Rising Stars and Midnight Nation. Now his unique vision comes to the world of Marvel and the friendly neighborhood Spider-Man! Joining Straczynski is a man of equal legend -- John Romita Jr... -
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![Daredevil: The Man Without Fear by Frank Miller, John Romita Jr.]()
Daredevil: The Man Without Fear by Frank Miller, John Romita Jr.
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 20 ratingsA fire burns deep within Matt Murdock. He was raised by a single father, an over-the-hill prizefighter with one last chance to make it good - a chance that cost him his life! Taunted and tormented by children while growing up, Matt's life was irrevocably altered after he was blinded by radioactive materials while saving the life of an old man... -
![JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Part 5--Golden Wind, Vol. 1 by Hirohiko Araki, Pablo Tschopp]()
JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Part 5--Golden Wind, Vol. 1 by Hirohiko Araki, Pablo Tschopp
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsGolden Wind is here! The highly-acclaimed fifth arc of Hirohiko Araki’s JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure shifts the action from Japan to Italy, as Koichi Hirose heads to Europe to find an aspiring gangster named Giorno Giovanna, the secret son of Dio Brando, scourge of the Joestar family... -
![The Great Powers Outage by William Boniface]()
The Great Powers Outage by William Boniface
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsCrunch!There's something strange going on in Superopolis! The entire population has turned its back on its favorite potato chips of all time. Everyone has switched to the Amazing Indestructo's Amazing Pseudo-Chips. And all because someone named Comrade Crunch told them to.Look out!The weird thing is, no one has ever heard of Comrade Crunch... -
![The Batman Adventures: Mad Love and Other Stories by Paul Dini, Bruce Timm]()
The Batman Adventures: Mad Love and Other Stories by Paul Dini, Bruce Timm
Rated: 4.28 of 5 stars · 27 ratingsTales by two of the creators behind the acclaimed Batman animated TV series!The centerpiece of this fantastic collection is the Eisner Award-winning MAD LOVE, the surprisingly dark origin of Harley Quinn, co-starring The Joker and Poison Ivy as well as Batman. Also included are tales by Dini, Timm and others that feature the Scarecrow, Ra's Al Ghul, Mr. Freeze, Batgirl and more... -
![Batgirl, Volume 3: The Lesson by Bryan Q. Miller, Dustin Nguyen]()
Batgirl, Volume 3: The Lesson by Bryan Q. Miller, Dustin Nguyen
Rated: 4.21 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsIt's a new year and a new look for Batgirl as superstar artist Dustin Nguyen joins the creative team! Stephanie Brown's second semester at Gotham U. starts like any other - new classes, new allies, a vigilante stalker - everything a gal could want! But what Gotham City's Batgirl isn't prepared for is the arrival of the mysterious "Order of the Scythe... -
![Batman: Knightfall, Vol. 1 by Chuck Dixon, Doug Moench]()
Batman: Knightfall, Vol. 1 by Chuck Dixon, Doug Moench
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsThe villainous Bane breaks the Bat in one of the most popular and well-known Batman tales! The inmates of Arkham Asylum have broken free and Batman must push himself to the limits to re-apprehend the Joker, Poison Ivy, the Riddler, Killer Croc and more...
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