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Batman: Illustrated by Neal Adams Vol. 1 HC
Over the years, many artists have defined the look of one of the most iconic characters in popular culture - DC Comics' Batman. Of all of them, perhaps the most influential is Neal Adams, who began drawing the Caped Crusader just as he was in danger of disappearing into a black hole of TV-inspired campiness and Pop Art oblivion. Adams' art returned Batman to his urban crime roots, putting him back in the shadows and rehabilitating his image for a new generation of fans. his work not only delighted readers, but also inspired many writers to new heights of creativity, all of which would prove to be a substantial boost for comics' slow climb to acceptance as a legitimate art form. Now for the first time, all of Neal Adams' Batman work - covers and stories - is being chronologically collected. This first volume, featuring Adams' contributions from 1967 through 1969, shows the process of introduction, adaptation and innovation that the young artist brought to this legendary crime-fighter. Along the way, Adams also displays his interpretations of many other DC heroes, including Superman, The Flash, Aquaman and The Teen Titans, as well as his signature character, Deadman.
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