COMMENTS:A 15% BUYER'S PREMIUM WILL BE ADDED TO THIS ITEM AT CONCLUSION OF THE AUCTION ow pages; "Jerry Robinson" written on 1st page in pen; tape on cvr, int cvr & int Bob Kane cvr/art; classic hypodermic needle/bondage cover (1/40)
A 15% BUYER'S PREMIUM WILL BE ADDED TO THIS ITEM AT CONCLUSION OF THE AUCTION ow pages; "Jerry Robinson" written on 1st page in pen; tape on cvr, int cvr & int Bob Kane cvr/art; classic hypodermic needle/bondage cover (1/40)The book's jarring cover inaugurates a tradition that has remained nearly undisturbed to the modern day, with the Caped Crusader as the featured star of this venerable title. This classic image captures all the gruesome drama and atmosphere beloved of year-one Batman and shows why the character quickly vaulted to the top of the collective consciousness of Golden Age comic readers. The horrific mood and tone of the inaugural Bat-tales give them a feel unlike anything that came after, directly inspiring the early-70s Adams revamp and the look of the blockbuster 1989 movie. The hero's booming popularity is evident not only in his cover appearance but by the bright-red banner assuring readers he would appear in every issue thereafter.
For all intents and purposes this book is signed by Jerry Robinson, creator of the Joker. That is pretty cool. This early Bat-issue is among the rarest of all pre-Robin Batman appearances and is avidly sought after by collectors. Collectors looking for a copy of this important book, without breaking the bank, would do well to cast an appreciative eye over this copy, which boasts an unverified Jerry Robinson signature on the first page. The comic is in pretty impressive condition for its grade which makes it a copy well worth pursuing. Early Batman appearances have been extremely popular in recent auctions, and are getting harder and harder to track down, so do not let this one pass you by.
Overstreet Guide 2022 VG- (3.5) value = $33,250.
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