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Every story has a beginning... Discover the birth of the Gotham Knights with the early-career adventures of Batgirl, Robin, and Nightwing.The Batman Family: Year One Box Set features the complete collections for Batgirl: Year One, Robin: Year One, and a BOX SET EXCLUSIVE edition of Nightwing: Year One. Witness the birth of legends and the start of journeys that would define the characters forever!

The Boy Wonder—who he is and how he came to be!After months of training to become Batman's crime-fighting partner, young orphan Dick Grayson is finally ready to take to the night as Robin. But this job requires more than just his fists. As he squares off against the Mad Hatter, Mr. Freeze and Two-Face for the first time, Robin grapples with the hard choices and sacrifices that come with the life of a masked hero.His first year on the job is a trial by fire; can Robin fly high enough to stay out of the flames?Robin: Year One collects the full miniseries by Chuck Dixon (Nightwing), Scott Beatty (Batgirl: Year One), and Javier Pulido (She-Hulk), along with behind-the-scenes sketches and designs.

The official and definitive guide to the dynamic and engrossing characters of the DC multiverse – now updated with more than 1,000 entries.Written by DC experts, the fifth and latest edition of the comprehensive DC Encyclopedia includes more than 1,000 Super Heroes and Super-Villains, including Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Cyborg, The Joker, and Harley Quinn.The most captivating and complete DC Encyclopedia to date:The fifth edition of the highly celebrated DC Encyclopedia contains over 1,000 entries for DC’s eclectic cast of Super Heroes and Super-Villains, as well as features for major events from the comics.Exclusive cover artwork created by renowned Dark Crisis and Wonder Woman artist Daniel Sampere, as well as fresh new character artworks on expanded entries.The ultimate gift for DC and Super Hero fans looking for an official and up-to-date reference book for this influential franchise.This fresh and exciting update makes new additions to the DC Encyclopedia, introducing new content that covers the latest events in the DC multiverse – including Dark Crisis on Infinite Earths, Lazarus Planet, and Absolute Power, as well as new and enhanced character entries.Stunningly illustrated with DC artwork, including hundreds of new images from the latest DC comics, this book is a must-have on any DC fan’s shelf.™ & © DC.

The official and definitive guide to the dynamic and engrossing characters of the DC multiverse – now updated with more than 1,000 entries.Written by DC experts, the fifth and latest edition of the comprehensive DC Encyclopedia includes more than 1,000 Super Heroes and Super-Villains, including Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Cyborg, The Joker, and Harley Quinn.The most captivating and complete DC Encyclopedia to date:The fifth edition of the highly celebrated DC Encyclopedia contains over 1,000 entries for DC’s eclectic cast of Super Heroes and Super-Villains, as well as features for major events from the comics.Exclusive cover artwork created by renowned Dark Crisis and Wonder Woman artist Daniel Sampere, as well as fresh new character artworks on expanded entries.The ultimate gift for DC and Super Hero fans looking for an official and up-to-date reference book for this influential franchise.This fresh and exciting update makes new additions to the DC Encyclopedia, introducing new content that covers the latest events in the DC multiverse – including Dark Crisis on Infinite Earths, Lazarus Planet, and Absolute Power, as well as new and enhanced character entries.Stunningly illustrated with DC artwork, including hundreds of new images from the latest DC comics, this book is a must-have on any DC fan’s shelf.™ & © DC.

Marvel Comics: Mini Book of Heroes is the ultimate on-the-go handbook to the amazing heroes of the Marvel Universe. Filled stats, origins, and secret identities, this mini book is perfect for fans who want to learn the ins and outs of their favorite heroes. From the most iconic heroes like Spider-Man, Captain America, and Wolverine to fan favorites like Squirrel Girl, Moon Knight, and Beta Ray Bill, this book truly has everything on the very best of Marvel Universe. Look for the Marvel Comics: Mini Book of Villains companion guide available in finer books stores everywhere.

Marvel Comics: Mini Book of Villains is the ultimate on-the-go handbook to the criminal masterminds of the Marvel Universe. Filled stats, origins, and secret identities, this mini book is perfect for fans who want to learn the ins and outs of their favorite villains. From the most iconic villains like Doctor Doom, Red Skull, and Thanos to fan favorites like Loki, Magneto, and Doctor Octopus this book truly has everything on the very worst of Marvel Universe. Look for the Marvel Comics: Mini Book of Heroes companion guide available in finer books stores everywhere.

Boy Wonder No More!Fired by Batman, Dick Grayson is adrift. Donning a brand-new uniform, he takes a new name and charts a course that makes the Boy Wonder a man.The acclaimed Batgirl: Year One and Robin: Year One writing team reunites with Nightwing penciller Scott McDaniel to tell the story of Nightwing: Year One.This 20th Anniversary Deluxe Edition collects the entire saga, featuring a brand-new introduction by writer Scott Beatty, the never-before-printed outline and notes from the making of the Year One storyline, the Nightwing #104 script, an extensive behind-the-scenes sketchbook from penciller Scott McDaniel, a brand-new cover by McDaniel, and more!Collects Nightwing #101-106 with never-before-seen extras!

Dick Grayson steps out of the shadow of the Bat—and into the legend he was meant to become. Nightwing: Year One captures the moment a young hero discovers the courage to claim his own name.Fired by Batman, Dick Grayson is adrift. Unsure of what to do and where to turn, he seeks solace from familiar sources, including the Man of Steel, Superman. Grayson’s odyssey clarifies his thinking and gives him direction. Donning a brand-new uniform, he takes a new name and charts a course that makes the Boy Wonder a man!Writers Chuck Dixon (Robin, Birds of Prey) and Scott Beatty (Robin: Year One, Batgirl: Year One) and artist Scott McDaniel (Daredevil, Batman) deliver the definitive coming-of-age story of DC’s first Robin—one that reshapes his past, secures his future, and cements why the world needs Nightwing.Collects Nightwing #101–106.

WIE ALLES BEGANN … Die junge Barbara Gordon lebt in Gotham City, der Stadt von Batman, der Nacht für Nacht zusammen mit seinem jugendlichen Gefährten Robin gegen maskierte Superkriminelle kämpft! Auch Barbara möchte so ein aufregendes Leben führen, aber ihr Vater, der Polizist James Gordon, ist strikt dagegen, dass seine Tochter ein Cop wird. Als beide jedoch einen Maskenball der Gothamer Polizei besuchen, wird dieser vom Superschurken Killer Moth und seiner Bande angegriffen, und Barbara in ihrem Batman-Kostüm zeigt, was in ihr steckt! Auch wenn der Dunkle Ritter und Robin ihr anfangs voller Skepsis begegnen, ist dies für Barbara der Beginn einer glorreichen Karriere als maskierte Heldin Batgirl …ENTHÄLT: BATGIRL: YEAR ONE 1-9Ein wahres Comic-Highlight von Batman-Legende Chuck Dixon (BATMAN: KNIGHTFALL), Comic -Kenner Scott Beatty (ROBIN: DAS ERSTE JAHR) und Ausnahmezeichner Marcos Martín (Spider-Man), das in jede Comic-Sammlung gehört! Für Fans und Neuleser!