DC Comics: Anatomy of a Metahuman
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Explore the powers of DC Comics' greatest characters like never before through stunning anatomical cutaways and in-depth commentary from the Dark Knight. Concerned about the threat that so-called “metahumans” may pose to the world, Batman has begun compiling a detailed dossier on their incredible physiology and abilities. From villains like Killer Croc, Bane, and Brainiac, to Batman’s own comrades, including Superman and Cyborg, the file brings together the Dark Knight’s fascinating personal theories on the unique anatomical composition of these formidable individuals. This stunning and unique book delves into the incredible abilities of DC Comics characters like never before. Using beautifully illustrated anatomical cross sections depicting twelve different DC characters, the book, told from Batman’s unique perspective, will explore how these “metahumans” physical makeup differs significantly from that of the average person. From detailed theories on how Superman’s eyes shoot heat rays to an in-depth exploration of how Aquaman is able to breathe under water, the book delves into the deepest secrets of these classic characters. Also featuring chapters on the anatomy and abilities of Doomsday, Aquaman, Swamp Thing, Darkseid, Martian Manhunter, and more, this one-of-a-kind book will change the way you look at metahumans forever. Review: Anatomy of a metahuman. - Came sealed brand new my son was very, great product, great quality and fantastic service Review: If your a DC Comic fan then don't even think, just buy! - If your a DC Comic fan then don't even think, just buy! Its absolutely fantastic. Its not a story rather an in dept investigation by Bruce Wayne on the psychical attributes of metahumans. Like Superman, Martian Manhunter, Cyborg, Swamp Thing, Cheetah, Bane and so on.
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M**1
Anatomy of a metahuman.
Came sealed brand new my son was very, great product, great quality and fantastic service
A**.
If your a DC Comic fan then don't even think, just buy!
If your a DC Comic fan then don't even think, just buy! Its absolutely fantastic. Its not a story rather an in dept investigation by Bruce Wayne on the psychical attributes of metahumans. Like Superman, Martian Manhunter, Cyborg, Swamp Thing, Cheetah, Bane and so on.
E**O
Awesome
Great read and really well presented and executed . Written from the point of view of Bruce Wayne /Batman if he was attempting to take on meta humans
A**R
Good
Not for me
C**E
Absolutely brilliant but with one minor niggle
Fantastic art and it really feels like you get an insight into the way that Batman thinks. However much of the actual anatomy is limited to conjecture on Batman's part, thus restricting how much I could actually relate it to my own in-depth knowledge of normal human anatomy in order to hypothesize how the physiological differences between humans a metahumans may actually come about or be explained. Obviously I know this is supposed to be a fun and imaginative book. But I would have appreciated a little more detail into the known science in order to explain the unknown science such as the fantastic explanations of some of Superman's powers particularly relating to his Vision. Nonetheless and despite the amount of detail about what is rather a minor complaint it is only a minor complaint and I could not recommend this book more - it's a real work of genius.
M**S
Wonderful cover. Eye catching
Perfect. Was a Christmas present and very well received
A**R
Lovely book
A lovely book with fun notes
J**W
great
fabulous quality and loved already
B**D
DC Fans ;)
A perfect gift for a DC Fan :)
L**I
Dettagliatissimo
Il libro è stato acquistato come regalo di natale. Arrivato in buone condizioni e in anticipo rispetto alla data prevista, è più voluminoso di quanto mi aspettassi. Curato nei minimi dettagli, ricco di immagini di alta qualità e descrizioni precise. Molto bello, consigliato ai super appassionati del mondo DC.
D**L
Buen libro
Muy buena presentación
B**V
An Analysis on the Anatomy of some of DC Comics' most unique characters.
If you've ever wanted to know how and why DC Comics characters like Superman, Cyborg, Swamp Thing, Cheetah, Killer Frost, and others, have the powers and abilities they do, then this book might be worth your interest. The book is written from the analytical point of view of Batman/Bruce Wayne. He writes the book as a precaution so that it can't be hacked off a computer. In it he carefully studies each subject with detailed cutaway illustrations of each subject's information. The book only covers a few characters, but the amount of in-depth detail is incredible. But that's Batman for you. The World's Greatest Detective is very detailed and informative. A fun in-universe read on some of the DC Comics Universe's different characters' powers and abilities.
C**Z
Full of information
Knowledge for script writing
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