216 pages · Released Feb 1, 2005 · Titan Books (UK)
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Arkham Asylum. parent’s guide: what’s inside
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Arkham Asylum is a dark, psychologically intense graphic novel exploring Batman's mental state and that of his rogues' gallery through disturbing imagery and themes. The book prioritizes psychological horror and existential dread over action, depicting mental illness in graphic and sometimes exploitative ways. This is mature content designed for adult readers; it is not appropriate for most children and even many teens may find it deeply unsettling. The artistic and narrative ambition is significant, but the content is deliberately challenging and transgressive.
15 years ago, this enigmatic graphic novel performed its mental autopsy on Batman and his enemies, and in doing so set both its creators on the road to greatness. In Gotham City's home for the criminally insane, Batman confronts his arch-nemeses, including the Joker, Two-Face and more. Before the battle is over, Batman...15 years ago, this enigmatic graphic novel performed its mental autopsy on Batman and his enemies, and in doing so set both its creators on the road to greatness. In Gotham City's home for the criminally insane, Batman confronts his arch-nemeses, including the Joker, Two-Face and more. Before the battle is over, Batman's mental straight-jacket will have been torn apart, exposing his every weakness and bringing him far closer to his foes than he could ever possibly have wanted! To celebrate this illustrious anniversary, Arkham Asylum has been re-launched in this sumptuous hardback that includes Morrison's complete script, original thumbnail breakdowns, samples of how the story and art came together, and much more!
