Batman in the Sixties (Paperback)

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Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal
YA-Campy and vibrant, this collection of stories from the 1960s traces the evolution of DC Comics' caped crusader. Batman begins the decade fighting paranormal villains, switches to a tongue-in-cheek style reflective of the popular TV show, and ends the '60s alone as the "Dark Knight" avenging the wrongs done by petty criminals and crime lords after Robin leaves the nest for college. Readers familiar with today's Batman will be intrigued by one of the first stories in which Bat-mite, a pesky pixie with interdimensional powers, tries to make a love connection between Batwoman Kathy Kane's niece, Bat-girl Betty Kane, and Robin. The Kanes-and Bat-mite-disappeared in the mid-60s, clearing the way for Barbara Gordon, a medical librarian, to step in as Batgirl. Other stories feature Clay-face, the Joker, the Penguin, the Riddler, Poison Ivy, and Catwoman. Batman, Batgirl, and Robin each get a solo adventure. There are short biographies of heroes and villains as well as short features on how Bat-technology works. A fascinating glimpse into the history of one the most enduring characters in comic books.
Susan Salpini, Purcellville Library, VA
Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Description
Featuring a new cover by comics legend Murphy Anderson, this collection contains more than 15 Batman stories from the 1960s, as well as text pages that explore the Batman mythos.

Product Details

• Reading level: Young Adult
  
• Paperback: 224 pages
• Publisher: DC Comics (March 1, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1563894912
• ISBN-13: 978-1563894916
• Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 6.6 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #322,334 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Batman rules!!!, October 3, 2004

By	Patrick L. Burgette (Woodridge, IL United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book is a must have for any fan of classic Batman. I have all the Batman decade books and this one is by far my favorite.
Not only do you get some great classic Batman and Robin team-up stories,but each one gets a solo story as well. Many other key Bat-family members appear in this book as well including both Batgirls (YES there were two...Betty Kane and Barbara Gordon) and Barbara's Batgirl not only gets one story with Batman and Robin but also a solo story too. Batmite also appears and Batwoman has a cameo.

Villains everywhere in this book. ALL the major crims are here...Joker,Penguin,Riddler,Catwoman,Scarecrow,Poison Ivy and Clayface. This book is a must. Do yourself a favor and buy this book and re-live those childhood memories.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A blast from the past!, June 12, 2004

A Kid's Review

What I enjoy about these tales from Batman in the 60s is that it takes to back in time when the stories were not so dark,and grimm as they are today.If you enjoy the more softer,funner,and colorful side of the caped crusader than this is for you.I'm 16 yeard old and I enjoy everyone of these stories.Every page is fun to read.If there's any graphic novel of Batman collections.Pick up the ones from the sixties.The fifties are nice too.So sit back relax and enjoy this book

9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I LOVED IT!, February 21, 2000

By	"brucewayne" (Louisville, KY) - See all my reviews

This is a fantastic collection of Batman stories from the 60's. It also has some neat tidbits of information along the way to help the novice Batman fan. The book also included beautiful art work by many talented artists, including Bob Kane himself. This book is a nice book to add to an existing or new collection of superhero fiction.