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So, I'm new to the world of comics. In fact, Batman Year One is the first comic that I've ever read. Which one should I read next?

Cody Batman Year Two, Batman The Long Halloween

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No questions but what an amazing cover. David Mazzuchelli?

Michael Miranda Yes, Frank Miller was just the writer in this particular story.

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What comes next after this? Is there a next combined issue publication around?

Johnny Click the greyed out Series information link beneath the title (Modern Batman Collections Series) to see the continuation of the series, as well as an…moreClick the greyed out Series information link beneath the title (Modern Batman Collections Series) to see the continuation of the series, as well as any Collections or Boxsets.(less)

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I'm a middle school teacher. Is this book appropriate for a 12-14 year old?

Faranae Depends on the 12-14 year old. This comic depicts general violence, prostitution, shootings, murder, and kidnapping, as well as using a hate crime to …moreDepends on the 12-14 year old. This comic depicts general violence, prostitution, shootings, murder, and kidnapping, as well as using a hate crime to make sure the reader knows who the villain is.(less)

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Enjoyable as the old animated show?

Faranae It really depends on which aspects of that show you liked. Miller's take on Batman is pretty dark, darker than any of the cartoons were, and this comi…moreIt really depends on which aspects of that show you liked. Miller's take on Batman is pretty dark, darker than any of the cartoons were, and this comic arguably focuses more on Jim Gordon than Batman in any case.(less)

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