What is absolute batman?

"Absolute Batman" typically refers to a series of high-quality, oversized comic book collections published by DC Comics under the "Absolute Edition" label. These editions are known for their impressive production values, featuring larger page formats, slipcases, and often including additional content like sketches, script pages, and commentary.

Some popular "Absolute Batman" editions include:

  1. Absolute Batman: The Long Halloween - This collects the classic storyline by Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale, which follows Batman as he tries to catch a mysterious killer named Holiday who murders people on holidays.

  2. Absolute Batman: Hush - This edition features the full run of the "Hush" storyline by Jeph Loeb and Jim Lee, where Batman faces a mysterious new villain who challenges him with a conspiracy involving multiple Gotham villains.

  3. Absolute Batman: The Dark Knight Returns - This collects Frank Miller's iconic and influential miniseries that presents an older, retired Batman returning to fight crime in Gotham City.

  4. Absolute Batman: Year One - This is an edition of Frank Miller and David Mazzucchelli's famous "Year One" story, which reimagines Batman's origin and early days as a vigilante.

These editions are cherished by collectors and fans due to their quality reproduction of the art and additional bonus materials that offer insight into the creative process behind these iconic Batman stories.