"Bruce Wayne, a wealthy American philanthropist and business owner, and Batman, his crime-fighting alter ego, have been entertaining audiences since 1939. The character was so popular after appearing in Detective Comics that DC Comics decided to give Batman a comic book of his own. In doing so, they created one of the company's most successful franchises. Author Michael Burgan details the history of Batman--from his tragic origin story and his infamous...

Describes Batman's most dangerous enemies, including Mr. Freeze, Catwoman, Harley Quinn, and Poison Ivy.

Batman and his fearless friends intend to keep Gotham City safe from a host of colorful crooks.

Recounts the life of the unrecognized co-creator of the Batman comic strip and details the author's quest to find out more about him.

"Go behind the cowl! With exclusive insights from the filmmakers, animators, and LEGO designers, The LEGO Batman Movie: The Making of the Movie tells the inside story of how Warner Bros. and the LEGO Group joined creative forces to bring Batman's brick world to life"-- Page [4] of cover.

Explores the real-world science and engineering connections to the features of Batman's Batsuit, Utility Belt, road vehicles, and aircraft.

"Explores the real-world science and engineering connections to the features in Batman's aircraft"--

"Provides instructions and diagrams for folding origami models of characters, objects, and symbols related to Batman"--

"This title focuses on Batman and the animal that informed his character, the bat! It breaks down the origin of Batman and explores the abilities and strengths that the animal and superhero share. This hi-lo title is complete with thrilling and colorful photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index."--Publisher.

A history of the comic book character Batman, from his first appearance in Detective Comics in 1939 to the present, describing his significant adventures, battles, loves, allies, enemies, equipment, and vehicles. Includes how Batman was created and a timeline of the key events in the character's life, and features full-color comic book art.