The first Golden Age Omnibus is a relatively easy to find, fair-priced (around $40) introduction to Batman’s true beginnings. That said, it can be a lot of fun, and you’ll see the debuts of Batman, Robin, Joker, Commissioner Gordon, Catwoman, and many more. Let me be clear: You certainly don’t have to jump back to the 1940’s to start reading Batman comics.

Batman: I Am Gotham by Tom King for DC RebirthĬollects: Detective Comics #27 to #56, Batman #1 to #7, World’s Best Comics #1, and World’s Finest Comics #2 to #3.

Batman & Robin by Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely.

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Batman by Tom King