{"product_id":"batman-returns-one-dark-christmas-eve-the-illustrated-holiday-classic-9781647227548","title":"Batman Returns: One Dark Christmas Eve: The Illustrated Holiday Classic","description":"\u003cb\u003eBatman returns to save both his hometown and the holiday season in this adult storybook adaptation of Tim Burton's Super Hero classic.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eJust as three wise men once conspired to honor a baby, three deranged villains in Gotham City have hatched a clever plan of their own. But rather than traveling to Bethlehem and offering gifts, these narcissistic ne'er-do-wells are going to seize control of Gotham City's government and power supply instead. Once again, the Dark Knight Detective is the city's only hope for salvation--but defeating the combined forces of the Penguin, Catwoman, and unfettered capitalism is going to take a Christmas miracle! (And possibly a Bat-Plane.) \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eCelebrate the 30th anniversary of \u003ci\u003eBatman Returns\u003c\/i\u003e with this tongue-in-cheek retelling of Tim Burton's delightfully disturbing film. Reimagined into catchy verse and beautiful illustrations, this cautionary tale of identity, ambition, and the importance of work\/life balance is guaranteed to get you into the Christmas spirit! \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eSTUNNING ILLUSTRATIONS: \u003c\/b\u003eThis one-of-a-kind tale features more than 30 colorful pieces of original artwork by renowned illustrator JJ Harrison. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eFAN FAVORITE CHARACTERS: \u003c\/b\u003eThe Dark Knight goes up against iconic villains like The Penguin and Catwoman in this action-packed Gotham City adventure. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003ePERFECT GIFT FOR BATMAN FANS: \u003c\/b\u003eThis tongue-in-cheek homage to Tim Burton's classic is the perfect gift for the Batman fans in your life. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eA NEW HOLIDAY TRADITION: \u003c\/b\u003e Written in verse and meant to be read aloud, \u003ci\u003eBatman Returns: One Dark Christmas Eve\u003c\/i\u003e is a wonderful way to create a fun new Christmas tradition. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eCOMPLETE YOUR BATMAN COLLECTION\u003c\/b\u003e: Complete your Batman library with \u003ci\u003eBatman: The Official Coloring Book\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eExploring Gotham City\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eHow to Batman: A Gotham City Survival Guide\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eGotham City Cocktails\u003c\/i\u003e, all available from Insight Editions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eIvan Cohen\u003c\/b\u003e is the writer of the best-selling graphic novel adaptation of \u003ci\u003eSpace Jam: A New Legacy\u003c\/i\u003e and co-writer of \u003ci\u003eThe Batman and Scooby-Doo Mysteries\u003c\/i\u003e comic book series. Outside of comics, he has written for television (\u003ci\u003eTeen Titans GO!\u003c\/i\u003e), pop-culture journalism (Vulture), and numerous young adult and children's books featuring characters from \u003ci\u003eStar Wars\u003c\/i\u003e, Looney Tunes, Justice League, and the Avengers. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eJJ Harrison is the illustrator of the best-selling book A Die Hard Christmas as well as other picture books, comics, and posters. Despite thinking very little of his work, it is somehow featured in some of the world's most popular art galleries, and he enjoys the privilege of working with entertainment's top publishing companies. When he's not drawing he likes to skateboard, eat cereal, and play with dogs.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Insight Editions","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50388256882962,"sku":"9781647227548","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_048831ed-7bf6-4fcf-a3b6-0c85bf0f2413.jpg?v=1728895531","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/batman-returns-one-dark-christmas-eve-the-illustrated-holiday-classic-9781647227548","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}