{"product_id":"batman-the-killing-joke-1988-key-graphic-novel","title":"Batman: The Killing Joke (1988) – Key Graphic Novel","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBatman: The Killing Joke – Landmark Joker Origin Story\u003c\/h2\u003e  \u003cp\u003eBatman: The Killing Joke is a seminal graphic novel from 1988, penned by the legendary Alan Moore with art by Brian Bolland. This copy is a standard edition released by Titan Books, presenting in estimated VF\/NM condition. It is a cornerstone piece for any serious Batman collection, capturing pivotal moments in the Joker's history and Barbara Gordon's transformation into Oracle.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eKey Details\u003c\/h3\u003e  \u003cul\u003e    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Batman: The Killing Joke\u003c\/li\u003e    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIssue:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original graphic novel \/ one-shot\u003c\/li\u003e    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Titan Books\u003c\/li\u003e    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1988\u003c\/li\u003e    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Copper Age\u003c\/li\u003e    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Used — Raw\/Ungraded (estimated VF\/NM)\u003c\/li\u003e    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCover Artist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brian Bolland\u003c\/li\u003e    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKey Significance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Landmark 1988 Batman\/Joker graphic novel\u003c\/li\u003e    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStory Significance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features Barbara Gordon\/Oracle’s origin-related events and a major Joker origin story presentation\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eWhy It Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThis graphic novel is a hinge-point book in the Batman mythos, offering one of the most definitive Joker origin stories. Its narrative depth and artistic brilliance have granted it lasting collector gravity, making it a must-have for Batman aficionados and Copper Age collectors alike. The Killing Joke not only anchors any Batman collection but also appeals to fans of Alan Moore's storytelling prowess and Brian Bolland's iconic art.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eCreators\u003c\/h3\u003e  \u003cul\u003e    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWriter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alan Moore\u003c\/li\u003e    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePencils \/ Cover:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brian Bolland\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e  \u003cul\u003e    \u003cli\u003eCondition: Presents well, estimated VF\/NM\u003c\/li\u003e    \u003cli\u003eCover Art: Iconic Brian Bolland illustration\u003c\/li\u003e    \u003cli\u003eKey Issue: Pivotal Joker and Barbara Gordon story arcs\u003c\/li\u003e    \u003cli\u003eCollection Fit: Essential for Batman and Copper Age collectors\u003c\/li\u003e    \u003cli\u003eLong-Term Appeal: Continues to influence Batman narratives and adaptations\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eShipping\u003c\/h3\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThis item will be packed securely and shipped with appropriate protection. Collector Cartel takes packaging seriously and uses protective materials suitable for graded slabs and raw keys alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-top:16px;font-size:11px;color:#999;border-top:1px solid #eee;padding-top:8px;\"\u003eListed with Simplist by Collector Cartel\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Collector Cartel","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59236945854809,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3393\/8777\/files\/1af484e34fdd9f798c36fb59db1d5247.jpg?v=1788081708","url":"https:\/\/collectorcartel.co.uk\/products\/batman-the-killing-joke-1988-key-graphic-novel","provider":"Collector Cartel™","version":"1.0","type":"link"}