BATMAN (1940-2011) #9
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Burnley cover; Kane, Robinson art; 1st Batman Christmas story; Joker story; black cover
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Burnley cover; Kane, Robinson art; 1st Batman Christmas story; Joker story; black cover
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Burnley cover; Kane, Robinson art; 1st Batman Christmas story; Joker story; black coverPublished in 1942, Batman #9 is a significant issue in the history of comic books. This comic features the first appearance of two of Batman's most iconic villains, the Joker and the Penguin, in the same story, making this issue a must-read for fans of the Caped Crusader. Not only does Batman #9 introduce these memorable villains, but it also showcases the early development of the Batman mythos. The issue features the first appearance of the Batplane, a vehicle that would become a staple of the Batman's arsenal, and introduces the character of Julie Madison, a love interest for Bruce Wayne/Batman who would play a significant role in the early years of the series. Overall, Batman #9 is a crucial issue in the history of comic books, not only for its introduction of two iconic villains but also for its contributions to the ongoing development of the Batman universe.
Artists Information
A celebrity comic artist of the Golden Age, co-created Batman and Robin with Bill Finger, as his brainchild became more in demand he hired an army of ghost artists to illustrate the dearth of Batman features on the market, but all were credited to Kane. His other achievements include the creation of Catwoman, Two-Face and cartoon character Courageous Cat. Kane was the object of some controversy for taking credit for the art and inspiration of others, but he was also undoubtedly an important figure in the history of comics. He published an updated version of his autobiography "Batman and Me: The Saga Continues" shortly before his death in 1998. He got his start at the Eisner/Iger studio and was inducted into the Will Eisner Comic Book Hall of Fame.
Sherrill David Robinson known as Jerry Robinson, was an American comic book artist known for his work on DC Comics' Batman line of comics during the 1940s. He is best known as the co-creator of Robin and the Joker and for his work on behalf of creators' rights. He was inducted into the Comic Book Hall of Fame in 2004.
George Roussos also known under the pseudonym George Bell, was an American comic book artist best known as one of Jack Kirby's Silver Age inkers, including on landmark early issues of Marvel Comics' Fantastic Four. Over five decades, he created artwork for numerous publishers, including EC Comics, and he was a staff colorist for Marvel Comics.
Burnley cover; Kane, Robinson art; 1st Batman Christmas story; Joker story; black coverPublished in 1942, Batman #9 is a significant issue in the history of comic books. This comic features the first appearance of two of Batman's most iconic villains, the Joker and the Penguin, in the same story, making this issue a must-read for fans of the Caped Crusader. Not only does Batman #9 introduce these memorable villains, but it also showcases the early development of the Batman mythos. The issue features the first appearance of the Batplane, a vehicle that would become a staple of the Batman's arsenal, and introduces the character of Julie Madison, a love interest for Bruce Wayne/Batman who would play a significant role in the early years of the series. Overall, Batman #9 is a crucial issue in the history of comic books, not only for its introduction of two iconic villains but also for its contributions to the ongoing development of the Batman universe.
Artists Information
A celebrity comic artist of the Golden Age, co-created Batman and Robin with Bill Finger, as his brainchild became more in demand he hired an army of ghost artists to illustrate the dearth of Batman features on the market, but all were credited to Kane. His other achievements include the creation of Catwoman, Two-Face and cartoon character Courageous Cat. Kane was the object of some controversy for taking credit for the art and inspiration of others, but he was also undoubtedly an important figure in the history of comics. He published an updated version of his autobiography "Batman and Me: The Saga Continues" shortly before his death in 1998. He got his start at the Eisner/Iger studio and was inducted into the Will Eisner Comic Book Hall of Fame.
Sherrill David Robinson known as Jerry Robinson, was an American comic book artist known for his work on DC Comics' Batman line of comics during the 1940s. He is best known as the co-creator of Robin and the Joker and for his work on behalf of creators' rights. He was inducted into the Comic Book Hall of Fame in 2004.
George Roussos also known under the pseudonym George Bell, was an American comic book artist best known as one of Jack Kirby's Silver Age inkers, including on landmark early issues of Marvel Comics' Fantastic Four. Over five decades, he created artwork for numerous publishers, including EC Comics, and he was a staff colorist for Marvel Comics.