Politics in Gotham

In Politics in Gotham, scholars from a variety of fieldspolitical science, philosophy, law, and othersprovide answers to the question: What does Batman have to do with politics? Contributors use the Batman canon, from the comics to the feature films, to explore a broad range of issues in politics and political thought. What can Batmans role in Gotham City teach us about democracy? How do Batmans vigilantism and his violence fit within a society committed to the rule of law? Whats the relationship between politics in Gotham and politics in our own communities? From Machiavelli to the fake news phenomenon, this book provides a compelling introduction to the politics behind one of the worlds most enduring pop culture figures.