By Dennis O'Neil Compiled by veteran comic book writer Dennis O'Neil, this collection of essays explores Batman's motivations and actions, as well as those of his foes. Batman Unauthorized covers both the silly and the solemn, asking questions like 'Why is the Joker so good at pushing Batman's buttons?' 'What does Batman's technology say about the times?' 'Why are Batman's villains crazier than average?' and 'Why is Batman the perfect, iconic American hero?'