
The narrative within this book is penned by Barry Allen, who has become powerless, as he chronicles the known timeline of the DC Multiverse, beginning with its inception. It’s a captivating read for several reasons: firstly, because Barry hasn’t been actively involved since losing his powers (apart from admonishing Wally West in recent The Flash issues over his actions against Eclipso); secondly, due to Barry Allen’s significant role in DC history. He was instrumental in ushering in the new DC Universe of the Silver Age, making him an ideal candidate for chronicling DC history. Mark Waid, renowned for his affinity towards the Flash (writing Wally West contributed to his fame), has crafted this story with Barry Allen as the storyteller, which seems fitting. This book offers a unique perspective on the history of DC, featuring characters you may recognize but seldom encounter in stories, such as Anthro, Viking Prince, Arak, Son of Thunder, and various Western heroes beyond Jonah Hex, Enemy Ace, and the World War II war story heroes. For those who have owned a DC Encyclopedia, this book is like encountering familiar faces with fresh tales.