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Batman: Arkham Asylum: DC Compact Comics - by  Grant Morrison (Paperback) - 1 of 1

Batman: Arkham Asylum: DC Compact Comics - by Grant Morrison (Paperback)

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  • Grant Morrison and Dave McKean's all-time classic Batman story is now available in a portable, 5.5" x 8.5" format!
  • About the Author: Writer Grant Morrison is known for their innovative work on comics, from the graphic novel Batman: Arkham Asylum to acclaimed runs on Animal Man and Doom Patrol, as well as their subversive creator-owned titles such as The Invisibles, Seaguy, and WE3.
  • 144 Pages
  • Comics + Graphic Novels, Superheroes
  • Series Name: DC Compact Comics

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"In 1920, following the death of his disturbed mother, brilliant psychologist Amadeus Arkham began the conversion of his ancestral home into a hospital for the treatment of the mentally ill. More than half a century later, the Arkham Asylum for the Criminally Insane is a place of dismal corridors and oppressive shadows--a dark riddle in stone and timber, best left unsolved. Within its claustrophobic walls, the demented and deformed enemies of the Batman brood in padded cells and unlit cellars, dreaming of a day when they might rise up and overthrow the world of reason. That day has finally come. It is April 1st, and the lunatics have taken over the asylum. Led by the Joker, Arkham's inmates issue a terrible ultimatum to the man responsible for their imprisonment. The Batman must descend into this heart of darkness, confront his foes, ad face the truth of his own divided identity--or condemn himself to share their fate."--Provided by publisher.



Book Synopsis



Grant Morrison and Dave McKean's all-time classic Batman story is now available in a portable, 5.5" x 8.5" format!

Written by legendary comics creator Grant Morrison and beautifully drawn by artist Dave McKean, Batman: Arkham Asylum stands as one of the most perennially revered Batman comics of all time. Now, this celebrated graphic novel is more accessible than ever before, in a casual reader-friendly Compact Comics Edition!

In 1920, following the death of his disturbed mother, brilliant psychologist Amadeus Arkham began the conversion of his ancestral home into a hospital for the treatment of the mentally ill.

More than half a century later, the Arkham Asylum for the Criminally Insane is a place of dismal corridors and oppressive shadows--a dark riddle in stone and timber, best left unsolved.

Within its claustrophobic walls, the demented and deformed enemies of the Batman brood in padded cells and unlit cellars, dreaming of a day when they might rise up and overthrow the world of reason.

That day has finally come.

It is April 1st, and the lunatics have taken over the asylum. Led by the Joker, Arkham's inmates issue a terrible ultimatum to the man responsible for their imprisonment.

The Batman must descend into this heart of darkness, confront his greatest foes, and face the truth of his own divided identity -- or condemn himself to share their fate.



About the Author



Writer Grant Morrison is known for their innovative work on comics, from the graphic novel Batman: Arkham Asylum to acclaimed runs on Animal Man and Doom Patrol, as well as their subversive creator-owned titles such as The Invisibles, Seaguy, and WE3. Grant has written best-selling runs on JLA, Seven Soldiers of Victory, and New X-Men and helped to reinvent the DC Universe in The Multiversity, All-Star Superman, 52, Batman, Batman & Robin, and Batman Incorporated. More recently Grant has had their creator-owned series Happy! turned into a TV series on the SYFY network.
Dimensions (Overall): 8.43 Inches (H) x 5.43 Inches (W) x .39 Inches (D)
Weight: .3 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 144
Genre: Comics + Graphic Novels
Sub-Genre: Superheroes
Series Title: DC Compact Comics
Publisher: DC Comics
Format: Paperback
Author: Grant Morrison
Language: English
Street Date: September 2, 2025
TCIN: 1002878306
UPC: 9781799506997
Item Number (DPCI): 247-46-2054
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.39 inches length x 5.43 inches width x 8.43 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.3 pounds
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Q: What significance does Arkham Asylum have in the Batman universe?

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  • A: Arkham Asylum serves as a prison and treatment facility for Batman's most dangerous foes.

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Q: What age group is recommended for this graphic novel?

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  • A: This graphic novel is suggested for readers aged 22 years and up.

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Q: What year is the setting for the Arkham Asylum story?

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  • A: The storyline is set in April 1st, more than half a century after 1920.

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Q: What themes does the graphic novel explore?

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  • A: The story explores themes of mental illness, identity, and the nature of sanity versus insanity.

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Q: Who illustrated the Batman: Arkham Asylum comic?

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  • A: The comic is illustrated by the talented artist Dave McKean.

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Additional product information and recommendations

3.0 out of 5 stars with 2 reviews
50% would recommend
2 recommendations
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
16 January, 2026

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one of the greatest batman stories around. DC Compacts are so accessible too. Amazing book!
Aidan
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1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
8 January, 2026

Literally Impossible to Read

Why oh why is the print in light red color on top of black pages??? It is incredibly hard to read. My teen son said the graphics aren’t that great either so we’ll be returning.
KNW2016
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