Written by Chuck Dixon & Scott Beatty Art and cover by Javier Pulido & Robert Campanella A new printing of the classic tale of young Dick Grayson's baptism by fire as he dons the costume of Robin for the first time! Becoming a hero is anything but easy! Advance-solicited; on August 13 - 200 pg, FC, $14.99 US
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Chuck Dixon's work has included Batman Chronicles, Legends of the Dark Knight, Birds of Prey, Catwoman, Captain America and Punisher War Journal. Scott Beatty has worked on numerous titles including Batman, Superman, Green Lantern and JLA. Javier Pulido has worked on The Batman Chronicles, Hellblazer, Human Target, The Incredible Hulk and The Uncanny X-Men.
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18 of 18 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I just loved this book. Robin here is depicted as a competent crime-fighter instead of the bumbling child he is so often relegated to.
I don't know how I missed this one, I suppose it's a "sleeper hit". Rather than explaining and over explaining his origin story the book starts with Robin new at, but in the thick of his partnership with Batman. Most of the story is narrated by Alfred who's character achieves a deepness here I don't think I've read anywhere else. It is almost the story of Alfred as a father and his two sons Dick and Bruce, rather than the usual father/son relationship with Batman and Robin.
The coloring in the book is amazing. Yellows, greens and oranges are used instead of the standard blue, gray, and blacks. I though that was a fascinating choice. The pencils seem like an ode to a 40's or 50's Batman era.
I can't say enough good things. If you've been let down by "year one" books before give this a shot, it might make a believer out of you.
I don't know how I missed this one, I suppose it's a "sleeper hit". Rather than explaining and over explaining his origin story the book starts with Robin new at, but in the thick of his partnership with Batman. Most of the story is narrated by Alfred who's character achieves a deepness here I don't think I've read anywhere else. It is almost the story of Alfred as a father and his two sons Dick and Bruce, rather than the usual father/son relationship with Batman and Robin.
The coloring in the book is amazing. Yellows, greens and oranges are used instead of the standard blue, gray, and blacks. I though that was a fascinating choice. The pencils seem like an ode to a 40's or 50's Batman era.
I can't say enough good things. If you've been let down by "year one" books before give this a shot, it might make a believer out of you.
11 of 12 people found the following review helpful
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In his crusade against crime, Bruce Wayne (Batman) meets a young man whose parents are murdered. Moved to deep compassion, Bruce adopts the boy and trains him as a crimefighter. Dick Grayson shows great potential and promise.
However, many have doubts. Alfred fears that another boy has had his childhood stolen, and Commissioner Gordon heartily disapproves; what if the child is hurt? Alfred, as the narrator of the story (great choice) relives the difficulties of raising Bruce. Can Robin prove he is worthy of superhero status?
"Robin: Year One" does a great job of showing the relationship between Alfred, Dick, and Bruce. Alfred is the father of the two men, giving aid and support that make Batman and Robin possible. Dixon does a magnificent job making it feel like a "family."
Using contrast, Dixon portrays a brooding Batman whose darkness is brightened by the undying optimism and good cheer of Robin, the Boy Wonder. While Bruce did not have many friends growing up, Dick is extremely well adjusted socially. Together, one complements the other, and a truly dynamic duo is born.
However, like any family, there are moments of strife, tension, and sorrow. Dixon paints such a believable and identifiable picture of the Robin character that readers will feel as Robin feels. Can he prove that he is worthy? Will he lose his childhood in a scramble for justice?
"Robin: Year One" is one of the best Batman universe graphic novels out there.
However, many have doubts. Alfred fears that another boy has had his childhood stolen, and Commissioner Gordon heartily disapproves; what if the child is hurt? Alfred, as the narrator of the story (great choice) relives the difficulties of raising Bruce. Can Robin prove he is worthy of superhero status?
"Robin: Year One" does a great job of showing the relationship between Alfred, Dick, and Bruce. Alfred is the father of the two men, giving aid and support that make Batman and Robin possible. Dixon does a magnificent job making it feel like a "family."
Using contrast, Dixon portrays a brooding Batman whose darkness is brightened by the undying optimism and good cheer of Robin, the Boy Wonder. While Bruce did not have many friends growing up, Dick is extremely well adjusted socially. Together, one complements the other, and a truly dynamic duo is born.
However, like any family, there are moments of strife, tension, and sorrow. Dixon paints such a believable and identifiable picture of the Robin character that readers will feel as Robin feels. Can he prove that he is worthy? Will he lose his childhood in a scramble for justice?
"Robin: Year One" is one of the best Batman universe graphic novels out there.
15 of 19 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
The �Year One� story has become commonplace in comics today, and far too often the writers attempt to retell or update the character�s origin, failing in the attempt. (For a perfect example of this see �Spider-Man: Chapter One.� Better yet, don�t.) This story evades that trap entirely and turns into a great character study of the boy who would become Nightwing and his relationship with his shadowy father-figure.
Chuck Dixon, between his work on Robin, Nightwing and the Birds of Prey, has got to be the most successful writer of Batman�s �family� there ever was. In this book he teams with Scott Beatty to craft a tale not of the origin of Dick Grayson�s Robin, but of his early adventures after he already secured the job. It shows off a new villain, makes it clear that things were not as easy as it would seem, and showcases the precarious nature of the relationship between Bruce Wayne and Dick Grayson in a fashion as good or better than any I�ve ever seen.
Dixon and Beatty also fill in a few blanks along the way. In encounters with later Robins -- Jason Todd and Tim Drake -- we learn that the criminal Two-Face was obsessed with Batman�s junior partner. This story shows off how that began. We get to see a lot of the lamer villains -- the Mad Hatter in particular, in a far creepier light than usual. We even get some good character moments between Robin and then-Captain Jim Gordon, who is one of the best supporting characters in the history of comics.
All in all, a really good book for the Batman or Nightwing fan.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great for Robin Fans
This is definitely one of those examples of where digital wins out because this book is out of print but is now available digitally which is awesome! Read more
Published 1 month ago by Just ME
5.0 out of 5 stars
Awesome book...
I woke up in the middle of the night last night and couldn't get back to sleep, so I thought I'd read a few pages of this and nod off. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Brian D. Ervin
4.0 out of 5 stars
Solid Read
Robin: Year One takes on the danger that a kid would face being in Batman's world while showing that ultimately Bruce did need Robin by his side. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Sam
3.0 out of 5 stars
Nice story, Vivid Color
being a large Batman fan I decided to give this one a go... Stories were decent and the art style was a similar tone to Batman Year One but with alot brighter colors to match... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Dan
4.0 out of 5 stars
The Little Problems Can't Hold This Book Down
Robin: Year One was much better than I thought it would be. It's exciting, engaging, and well-told. Though it does have some minor fauts, overall this is a great tale, and... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Tickles
5.0 out of 5 stars
A very good year one story
This book is a delight.
Narrated by Alfred, it is not an origin story in the traditional sense, but a look at Robin already established as Batman's partner, still new and... Read more
Narrated by Alfred, it is not an origin story in the traditional sense, but a look at Robin already established as Batman's partner, still new and... Read more
Published 8 months ago by s. johnson
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great.
Cool to see a young badass Robin. Espically cause he gets over his head at some points. Its like a Batman Year one cross over with The Long Halloween. I recomend it.
Published 8 months ago by Zeek
5.0 out of 5 stars
Robin: Year One Review
This comic is fantastic! While it follows Robin's struggle to gain Batman's approval, it also shows the unique relationship between Alfred and the two crime fighters.
Published 15 months ago by Pinguicula
5.0 out of 5 stars
Yet another awesome Batman (robin) TPB
I liked this book more than I thought I would. I started out thinking it was going to be great but it turned out to be amazing! Read more
Published 17 months ago by Ksizzle
4.0 out of 5 stars
A Good "Year One" Book
Of all the "year one" collections during this period of comics, this is my favorite. It brings together some of Batman's more interesting characters in a way that keeps a reader... Read more
Published 18 months ago by J. Smallridge
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