Here are some books I found on Amazon, on the topic of becoming a hero.

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The first is "Becoming Batman, the possibility of a superhero" by E. Paul Zehr. It is a scientific and analytical look at what it would take to become like the Dark Knight, down to the DNA. It covers everything from proper diet and sleeping habits, to training, conditioning and the uniform. It is a very good and interesting read.

The second Is The Batman Handbook, the ultimate training manual, by Scott Beatty. This is a fun how-to manual with a wide range of topics. It covers "The Basics, Bat Skills, Fighting Skills, Detective Skills, and Escape skills.
The How-to topics are as follows;
how to assemble a utility belt
how to build a batcave
how to maintain your alter ego
how to throw a Batarang
how to rappel down a building
how to take out a room full of goons
and many others
This book is both fun and informative.

The third is "Wisdom from the Batcave, how to live a super heroic life" by Cary Friedman is a sociological, and spiritual look at the values that drive and define Batman. His beliefs his outlooks and the way he interacts with others. after reading this book I found out there's a lot that Batman could teach me about being a better person, leading a better life. This book was touted as the "civilian version" of a book written for FBI and LE by the same author. Very uplifting and I highly recommend it. A must for anyone with the heart of a hero.

If you pick them up I hope you enjoy
Peace be with you all

You might also like "Batman and Philosophy."

Do you know the name of the author?

It has many authors, but it is edited by Mark D. White and Robert Arp.

now that is just sweet

I'm going to be getting me the first one! There's also the Action Hero's Handbook and a sequel which I think are from the same series as the second one. They're just a bit of fun but I think there's some actual useful info in there too.

I have, and read the 2nd one. The 1st & 3rd look interesting. Also yes, like Idea Man says, check out "Batman and Philosophy: The Dark Knight of the Soul"

And also, in the Batman Training Manual, there's a list of books in there to read, which aren't about the fictional superheroes, but are also about those same ideals that inspired the ideas of those fictional superheroes. Like Sherlock Holmes, for example (a personal favorite of mine).

And not to mention all of those skills and education that it takes to be like Batman.

I ordered "Batman and Philosophy", (thank you Idea Man for your recommendation) a few days ago. It should be here soon. I'll post a pic when it arrives. About the Dark Knight's reading list (pg 14), I had actually read about half of them prior to ever owning the "Ultimate Training Manual". Sherlock Holmes was a childhood favorite of mine. Also the other two books are worth picking up and very interesting. I have enjoyed them greatly. Ill be looking into the books on that list I haven't read yet. Thanks for your post and for the advice.

It just got here
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I'll begin reading it soon, and will let you know what I think.

Nice!

Right on.

You're welcome, Samaritan.

If you enjoy "Batman and Philosophy," you might also be interested in "Watchmen and Philosophy."

I just got "The art off war" today

I don't remember any of these scenes in the movie
and they totally messed up Wesley Snipes' character

Samaritan,
I've read some if not all of the Art of War some years ago. I haven't read the Count of Monte Cristo, but I've heard of it and was considering maybe reading that one day. Crime & Punishment sounds good. And the complete works of Friedrich Nietzsche sounds familiar. IDK about the rest, except for Sherlock Holmes but I already mentioned that in my above post.

Idea Man,
I enjoyed reading Watchmen & Philosophy, but I think I enjoyed the Batman & Philosophy a little bit more, if not about the same. I've read some of the Heroes & Philosophy, but I just skipped through to the parts about Time Travel.

Minuteman,
What scenes of what movie?

What about: Hagakure the book of the samurai

I think I should re-read it again.