What is the story of Batman?

Resource Information

The work What is the story of Batman? represents a distinct intellectual or artistic creation found in Nevins Memorial Library (Methuen). This resource is a combination of several types including: Work, Language Material, Books.

Label

What is the story of Batman?

Statement of responsibility

by Michael Burgan ; illustrated by Jake Murray

Creator

• Burgan, Michael

Contributor

• Murray, Jake

Author

• Burgan, Michael

Illustrator

• Murray, Jake

Subject

• Batman films -- United States -- Juvenile literature
• Batman, (Fictitious character) -- Juvenile literature
• Illustrated works
• Informational works
• Kane, Bob -- Juvenile literature
• Superheroes -- Juvenile literature
• Batman (Comic strip) -- Juvenile literature
• Batman (Television program : 1966-1968) -- Juvenile literature

Genre

• Juvenile literature
• Informational works
• Illustrated works

Language

eng

Summary

"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 arch enemies--to his iconic depictions in television and movies throughout the years. This book shows readers why this superhero with no superpowers is so beloved around the world"--

Member of

• What is--? (Penguin Workshop (Firm))

Assigning source

Provided by publisher

Cataloging source

DLC

Dewey number

741.5/973

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

no index present

Intended audience

Ages 8-12

Intended audience source

Penguin Workshop

LC call number

PN6728.B36

LC item number

B87 2020

Literary form

non fiction

Nature of contents

bibliography

Series statement

What is the story of?

Target audience

juvenile