A retelling of Dick Grayson's origin tale—from his early days as Robin to taking on the title of Nightwing—offering hints of where the Nightwing name came from! Also: Nightwing and Oracle discuss Dick Grayson's lost loves, a 'lost pages' sequence focusing on the Teen Titans, and more!

From space comes an entity so awesome, even the combined might of the JLA and the young superhero team, the Titans, may be helpless to prevent it from destroying the entire world. What does this entity really want?

Seven tales that present the origins of the modern JLA lineup and each of the group's six cornerstone members.

Dick Grayson--alter-ego of the original Robin of Batman comics--has gone through various changes in his 75 years as a superhero but has remained the optimistic, humorous character readers first embraced in 1940. Predating Green Lantern and Wonder Woman, he is one of DC Comics' oldest heroes and retains a large and loyal fanbase. The first scholarly work to focus exclusively on the Boy Wonder, this collection of new essays features critical analysis, as well as interviews with some of the biggest names to study Dick Grayson, including Chuck Dixon, Devin Grayson and Marv Wolfman. The contributors discuss his vital place in the Batman saga, his growth and development into an independent hero, Nightwing, and the many storyline connections which put him at the center of the DC Universe. His character is explored in the contexts of feminism, trauma, friendship, and masculinity.

Written by Geoff Johns Art by Don Kramer, Keith Champagne, Rags Morales & Michael Bair Cover by John Watson A thrilling collection reprinting JSA #56-58 and HAWKMAN #23-25! Black Adam brings old world justice to Kahndaq as Hawkman seizes control of the JSA and brings them to the turbulent Middle East for an epic battle! And don't miss the sequel to this story in JSA #74!

Delve into BatmanÕs case histories and discover brand-new stories by some of comicsÕ most exciting talents. The BATMAN team of Tom King and Mikel Janin provides a framing sequence, setting up our hand-picked teams of creators to take a look at Bat-mysteries past and present. Featuring a bevy of Batman villains, including a look at how the ScarecrowÕs fear toxin affects the common man, and a special story written by Tom Taylor with art by Brad Walker that teams the Dark Knight Detective with Detective Chimp.

“The Joker War” part five of six! Things have changed, as Batman realizes he can’t fight this war alone. He’s going to need help. Before he faces down The Joker, he must call up his trusty partner Dick Grayson! But can Dick reclaim his lost memories in time to join the battle?