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Released Jun 1st, 1964
Batman #164
This issue sees a whole host of changes to the Batman title - and its not only the yellow circle around the black Bat-insignia on Batman's chest. This issue marks a shift in emphasis from Batman and Robin battling aliens to a more detective orientated run. This is the first issue that featured the secret wall panel that led to an automatic elevator to the Batcave. No more secret entrance via the grandfather clock!At the Bottom of the elevator Bruce reveals the new sports car style Batmobile which exited the Batcave via an automatic door on a hllside. The final surprise comes as the Dynamic Duo drive into town. Seeing the Bat-signal flash overhead, Batman flips open a dashboard compartment to reveal a new "hot-line" phone direct to Comissioner Gordon's office.This issue also introduces...
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With Batman's 300th appearance in DETECTIVE COMICS, editor Julie Schwartz decided to give Batman and Robin a "new look." In 1964, the sales on these characters — believe it or not — were low and in need of a kick-start. But... -
Written by Bill Finger, Ed 'France' Herron, Gardner Fox, and John Broome. Art by Bob Kane, Carmine Infantino, Joe Giella, and Sheldon Moldoff. Cover by Kane. Published in August of 2006. Softcover, 552 pages, B&W. Cover price $16.99.
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