Batman Annual #21 is a 1997 special issue from DC Comics, produced as part of the Pulp Heroes event. This annual unfolds a suspenseful detective story featuring Batman as he battles to save Gotham City and rescue a woman's soul from peril. Written by Doug Moench and illustrated by J.H. Williams and Mick Gray, this annual delivers a self-contained narrative with classic noir-inspired artwork. The cover showcases Batman protecting a woman from an armed assailant, emphasizing its pulp crime homage. This issue belongs to the modern era of comics and fits into the tradition of themed annuals, offering collectors a standalone adventure in Batman's ongoing fight for justice. Issue number and publication year are clearly marked on the cover.
