Batman Noir: The Black Mirror

Scott Snyder

Feb 2016 · DC

About this ebook

A brand new perspective on Scott Snyder (BATMAN), Jock (THE LOSERS) and Francesco FrancavillaÕs (SWAMP THING) epic crime sagaÑpresented here in gritty black and white. For years, Batman and Commissioner Gordon have stared into the unyielding black abyss that is Gotham City. Time after time, theyÕve saved their beloved city from itself, not allowing it to be swallowed by a pit of violence and corruption. But even after a crime-fighting lifetime of confronting what they thought was the worst humanity had to offer, an even darker and more dangerous evil pushes Batman and Gordon to their limits. As the conflict comes closer to its resolution, they find that the truth behind this murderous crime spree isnÕt just careening toward their doorstepÑit has in fact emerged from it. Can two of GothamÕs proudest protectors bring justice to this malevolent threat in Commissioner GordonÕs most personal battle to date? BATMAN NOIR: THE BLACK MIRROR collects DETECTIVE COMICS #871-881 and shows a new perspective on Scott Snyder (BATMAN), Jock (THE LOSERS) and Francesco FrancavillaÕs (SWAMP THING) epic crime saga.

Ratings and reviews

Fantastic Batman story. Very dark with the art to match. Black and White is the way to enjoy this collection. Dick Grayson as Batman is a much lighter more relatable hero.

About the author

Scott Snyder has written comics for both DC and Marvel, including the best-selling series AMERICAN VAMPIRE, BATMAN, SWAMP THING and SUPERMAN UNCHAINED. He is also the author of the story collection Voodoo Heart (Dial Press). He teaches writing at Sarah Lawrence College and Columbia University. He lives on Long Island with his wife Jeanie and his sons, Jack and Emmett. He is a dedicated and un-ironic fan of Elvis Presley.