The Joker : a Visual History of the Clown Prince of Crime

by Wallace, Daniel; Mark Hamill

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Universe. New. Hardcover. Orderbook - wwb -----THE JOKER. Daniel Wallace. Universe Publishing, Rizzoli International Publications, Inc. , New York, 2011. 208 pp. With 232 ills. (207 col. ). 32 x 24 cm. LC 2011-927225 ISBN 9780789322647 In English. Chronicles the development of the Joker as an iconic villain portrayed by such comic-book artists and writers as Bob Kane, Jerry Robinson, Brian Azzarello and Bruce Timm, including images from the character s various live-action and animated incarnations in film, television and video games. Indexing: Western United States Post-1945 Drawing and Watercolor Plans: 70 Worldwide Number: 144136Hardcover $50.00t (libraries receive a 20% discount on this title) 99 / CHANGE0722022; *** FREE UPGRADE to Courier/Priority Shipping Upon Request *** - *** IN STOCK AND IMMEDIATELY AVAILABLE FOR SHIPMENT - Flawless copy, brand new, pristine, never opened -- 208 pp. ; 232 illus. (207 in color. ) -- with a bonus offer--; A comprehensive look at the greatest comic book villain . . . ever. Since his first appearance in 1940 rsquo;s Batman #1, the Joker stands alone as the most hated, feared, and loved villain in the DC Universe. Though his true origins may be unknown, the Clown Prince of Crime rsquo;s psychotic appearances in hundreds of comic books has shaped the way we look at Batman, comic books, and ourselves. Indeed, a hero is only as good as his nemesis, so the Joker rsquo;s heinous crimes, including murdering the second Robin and paralyzing Batgi

• Publisher: Universe
• Year: 2011
• Binding: hardcover

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