John Charters becomes ill and takes on the characteristics of a bat, developing cannibalistic and vampiric features, while being eternally parted between his once human nature and his present animal condition. This tale of metamorphosis mixes Kafkaesque elements with the typical pulp fundamentals that would, later on, inspire the atmosphere and the characteristics of one of the most iconic “bat-inspired” comic book character of all time. Also in the book a restored version of “The Case of the Missing Heir” the very first Bob Kane’s dark comic book story in the style that would make Batman a lasting success!
The Golden Age tales that catapulted Batman into legendary status are collected together in one omnibus!This can't miss collection for any Batman fan includes the origin of the Dark Knight, as well as the debuts of Robin, Commissioner Gordon, Professor Hugo Strange, The Joker, Catwoman and more!