Batman: Arkham Asylum - A Serious House on Serious Earth
Batman: Arkham Asylum - A Serious House on Serious Earth
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005
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Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005216
Novel • Fiction
Arkham Asylum • Contemporary
2005
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Batman: Arkham Asylum - A Serious House on Serious Earth by Grant Morrison is a graphic novel that explores Batman's intense journey through Arkham Asylum as he faces his most dangerous foes and uncovers disturbing truths about the facility’s history and its impact on its inhabitants.
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Review Roundup
Grant Morrison's Batman: Arkham Asylum - A Serious House on Serious Earth receives high praise for its innovative storytelling and psychological depth, blending a haunting narrative with Dave McKean's surreal artwork. However, some critics find its abstract approach challenging and disjointed. Its exploration of Batman’s psyche, while unsettling, is undeniably compelling.
Who Should Read Batman: Arkham Asylum - A Serious House on Serious Earth?
Fans of psychological thrillers and dark, complex narratives will relish Batman: Arkham Asylum - A Serious House on Serious Earth by Grant Morrison. Comparable to Alan Moore's Watchmen and Frank Miller's The Dark Knight Returns, this graphic novel captivates readers who appreciate deep character studies and intricate plot twists.
74,528 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Arkham Asylum • Contemporary
2005
Adult
18+ years
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