Batman fakes Bruce Wayne’s death and adopts the mob persona Matches Malone in preparation for battle with Ra’s al Ghul. Solid art but silly stories, from creators including Denny O’Neil, Irv Novick and Dick Giordano.
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Solo adventures from both Batman (written by Robert Kanigher) and Robin (written by Mike Friedrich) tap into the zeitgeist of the time. Journeymen Irv Novick and Frank Giacoia provide solid-but-unspectacular support on art.
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The U.S. disposes of chemical weapons at sea, disrupting the Pale People’s culture and pulling the Justice League of America into a war. Mike Friedrich’s chockablock story is a fascinating relic of its time.
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After a brilliant rabbi biochemist fails to help Morbius, the living vampire clashes with a demon-priest. Though Morbius’ Fear debut isn’t that well executed, Mike Friedrich and Paul Gulacy’s work with the character shows potential.
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