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- ISBN 9780241718247
- Weight: 2114g
- Dimensions: 260 x 308mm
- Publication Date: 05 Mar 2026
- Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
- Publication City/Country: GB
- Product Form: Hardback
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The official and definitive guide to the dynamic and engrossing characters of the DC multiverse – now updated with more than 1,000 entries.
Written by DC experts, the fifth and latest edition of the comprehensive DC Encyclopedia includes more than 1,000 Super Heroes and Super-Villains, including Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Cyborg, The Joker, and Harley Quinn.
The most captivating and complete DC Encyclopedia to date:
- The fifth edition of the highly celebrated DC Encyclopedia contains over 1,000 entries for DC’s eclectic cast of Super Heroes and Super-Villains, as well as features for major events from the comics.
- Exclusive cover artwork created by renowned Dark Crisis and Wonder Woman artist Daniel Sampere, as well as fresh new character artworks on expanded entries.
- The ultimate gift for DC and Super Hero fans looking for an official and up-to-date reference book for this influential franchise.
This fresh and exciting update makes new additions to the DC Encyclopedia, introducing new content that covers the latest events in the DC multiverse – including Dark Crisis on Infinite Earths, Lazarus Planet, and Absolute Power, as well as new and enhanced character entries.
Stunningly illustrated with DC artwork, including hundreds of new images from the latest DC comics, this book is a must-have on any DC fan’s shelf.
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Scott Beatty co-authored the very first DC Universe Encyclopedia two decades ago and wrote DK's first Ultimate Guides devoted to DC’s superheroes. A comics veteran, Scott's work includes the fan-favorites Robin: Year One, Batgirl: Year One, and Nightwing: Year One for DC. Outside of writing, Scott is teaching the next generation of graphic novelists and visual storytellers.
Dan Brooks is a writer who loves movies, comics, and video games. He is a co-author of DK's Star Wars Encyclopedia and his work has appeared on StarWars.com, ILM.com, and the Charlotte Independent Picture House official site, among other outlets. Dan previously served as senior editor of StarWars.com and Lucasfilm.com in an award-winning, decade-plus run at Lucasfilm Online. He lives in Charlotte with his wife and two sons.
