Batman #163 Review: H2SH Part One and Its Parallels to the Classic Batman #244
By
Rich Johnston
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Summary
This article discusses the release of Batman #163, the first part of the "H2SH" storyline by Jim Lee and Jeph Loeb. The author draws comparisons between this new issue and Batman #244 by Dennis O'Neil and Neal Adams, which was recently republished as a facsimile. The piece explores thematic parallels, particularly around Ra's Al Ghul's resurrection via Lazarus Pits, and questions whether the new story is retreading familiar ground. It includes spoilers and analysis of both classic and modern Batman comics.
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Last week, DC Comics republished Batman #244 by Dennis O'Neil and Neal Adams as a facsimile.
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