The first chapter from Frank Miller's graphic novel masterpiece: ['BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS'](https://www.goodreads.com/series/107546-batman-the-dark-knight-returns). This magnus opus of comic book storytelling brings to life a sombre, dark, world… and an even darker man. Frank Miller completely reinvents the legend of Batman in his saga of a near-future Gotham City gone to rot, ten years after the Dark Knight’s retirement. An undisputed classic and one of the most influential stories ever told in comics, this book is explicitly cited by the filmmakers as an inspiration for the most recent Batman movies. Product of the unique and sometimes twisted mind of [Frank Miller](https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/15085.FrankMiller "Frank Miller") (1957–), a well known American writer, artist & film director. He is infamous and best known for his film noir-style comic book stories. Besides being one of the most widely-recognized and popular creators in comics, he is also one of the most influential comics creators of his generation. His most notable works include ['Sin City' (1991)](https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/392297.SinCity1991 "'Sin City' (1991)"), ['The Dark Knight Returns' (1986)](https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/59960.TheDarkKnightReturns1986 "'The Dark Knight Returns' (1986)"), ['Batman Year One' (1987)](https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/59980.BatmanYearOne1987 "'Batman Year One' (1987)") and ['300' (1999)](https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/59952.3001999 "'300' (1999)")._

The iconic series continues as a new Robin debuts and a gang of violent mutants stakes a claim on the streets of Gotham City. Unfortunately for them, The Dark Knight is about to prove that these streets are his, and he has a battle tank of a Batmobile to back him up! This series contains material suggested for mature readers.

What ever happened to Batman's greatest ally and his most dangerous foe? Find out here as The Man of Steel and the Joker both make explosive returns to the life of The Dark Knight. And you won't believe the vicious final confrontation between the Clown Prince of Crime and the Caped Crusader! This series contains material suggested for mature readers.

In this final legendary issue, it's Batman vs. Superman with the fate of the Earth at their feet. Nuclear Armageddon stands just within reach as the two biggest heroes on earth battle it out and the world watches on. Can The Dark Knight possibly take down the Man of Steel? This series contains material suggested for mature readers.