Batman: The Bronze Age Omnibus Vol. 1

by Dennis O'Neil, Mike Friedrich, John Giunta (Illustrator)

The Dark Knight enters a new era of grit, mystery, and psychological depth in this sweeping Bronze Age collection.

Step into the shadows of Gotham City as Batman evolves from colorful crime-fighter to brooding detective in The Bronze Age Omnibus Vol. 1. This definitive hardcover collection gathers the Caped Crusader’s earliest Bronze Age adventures, a transformative period that redefined the character for a new generation. Featuring iconic storytelling from some of the most influential creators in comics history, this volume showcases Batman as a solitary guardian navigating a darker, more complex world—setting the stage for the legend he would become. A must-have for fans and collectors, this omnibus (featuring period appropriate paper) marks the beginning of a bold new chapter in the Dark Knight’s legacy.

Features DETECTIVE COMICS #393-422 and BATMAN #217-241.

Genres: Comics, Batman

960 pages, Hardcover

Published October 6, 2026

About the author

Dennis "Denny" O'Neil was a comic book writer and editor best known for his work for Marvel Comics and DC Comics from the 1960s through the 1990s, and Group Editor for the Batman family of titles until his retirement.

His best-known works include Green Lantern/Green Arrow and Batman with Neal Adams, The Shadow with Michael Kaluta and The Question with Denys Cowan. As an editor, he is principally known for editing the various Batman titles. From 2013 unti his death, he sat on the board of directors of the charity The Hero Initiative and served on its Disbursement Committee.