DC Finest: Robin: The Origin of Robin

DC Finest: Robin: The Origin of Robin

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Before he was Nightwing, he was the Boy Wonder. This collection traces the evolution of Dick Grayson from circus acrobat to Batman’s trusted partner and one of DC’s most enduring heroes. Witness the origin, growth, and defining moments of the original Robin in this essential volume.

DC Finest: Robin – The Origin of Robin collects key stories from Batman, Detective Comics, World’s Finest Comics, and Superman’s Pal Jimmy Olsen, spanning the Silver and Bronze Ages. These tales chronicle Dick Grayson’s transformation from orphaned acrobat to Gotham’s first sidekick, showcasing his solo adventures, team-ups with Superman, and early steps toward independence. Featuring work by legendary creators, this volume is a definitive celebration of Robin’s legacy.
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DC Finest: Robin: The Origin of Robin
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Mike Friedrich
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John Broome
John Broome scripted the majority of the Silver Age Flash tales, beginning with the second story in Showcase #4 (the issue which launched the character's new incarnation) and continuing on The Flash until 1970. Prior to the Flash, Broome had accumulated a lively résumé of comic book credits, including Captain Marvel and the rest of the Marvel Family, the Golden Age Green Lantern, the Justice Society of America, Captain Comet, the Silver Age revival of Green Lantern, the Atomic Knights, Batman, Star Hawkins, Rex the Wonder Dog, Detective Chimp, and a variety of science fiction tales. Broome retired from comics in the 1970s and passed away in 1999. More by John Broome
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Sheldon Moldoff
John Broome scripted the majority of the Silver Age Flash tales, beginning with the second story in Showcase #4 (the issue which launched the character's new incarnation) and continuing on The Flash until 1970. Prior to the Flash, Broome had accumulated a lively résumé of comic book credits, including Captain Marvel and the rest of the Marvel Family, the Golden Age Green Lantern, the Justice Society of America, Captain Comet, the Silver Age revival of Green Lantern, the Atomic Knights, Batman, Star Hawkins, Rex the Wonder Dog, Detective Chimp, and a variety of science fiction tales. Broome retired from comics in the 1970s and passed away in 1999. More by Sheldon Moldoff
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Henry Boltinoff
John Broome scripted the majority of the Silver Age Flash tales, beginning with the second story in Showcase #4 (the issue which launched the character's new incarnation) and continuing on The Flash until 1970. Prior to the Flash, Broome had accumulated a lively résumé of comic book credits, including Captain Marvel and the rest of the Marvel Family, the Golden Age Green Lantern, the Justice Society of America, Captain Comet, the Silver Age revival of Green Lantern, the Atomic Knights, Batman, Star Hawkins, Rex the Wonder Dog, Detective Chimp, and a variety of science fiction tales. Broome retired from comics in the 1970s and passed away in 1999. More by Henry Boltinoff
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