"Devastated by the death of his son Damian, Batman suddenly finds himself without a Robin-- and without direction in a world that no longer makes sense. Now, the members of Batman's extended family will rally to his side and try to fill the void in his life. ... But can even these friends, family members and lovers help Batman forgive himself for the greatest tragedy he's faced?"--Flap page 1 of dust jacket.

"Originally published in single magazine form in Batman and Robin 18-23"--Title page verso. "Batman created by Bob Kane." Series from dust jacket.