Direct Edition
Cover by Bob Kane (pencils) and Charles Paris (inks).
“The Scoop of the Century!”
Written by Bill Finger, with pencils by Bob Kane (Batman and Robin figures only) and Lew Sayre Schwartz, and inks by Charles Paris.
The Mad Hatter makes his debut with a bizarre series of crimes—while determined reporter Vicki Vale sets out to uncover Batman’s secret identity.
First Appearances
Mad Hatter
Vicki Vale
Mystery and Obsession
Batman
Robin
Vicki Vale’s relentless investigation into Bruce Wayne’s connection to Batman becomes increasingly dangerous as the Mad Hatter unleashes his schemes across Gotham.
“The Prison Doctor!”
Written by Bill Finger, with art by Jim Mooney.
A prison doctor faces justice after his shocking abuse of power and unethical actions are exposed.
“Batman’s Arabian Nights!”
With pencils by Bob Kane and inks by Charles Paris.
Batman and Robin are drawn into an exotic adventure inspired by an ancient rug—transporting them into a world of Arabian fantasy and the mysterious thief known as the Crier.
Fantasy and Adventure
The Crier
Using sorrow instead of laughter to terrorize his victims, the Crier becomes a strange mirror to Gotham’s own clownish criminals.
Special Features
“Jerry the Jitterbug” one-page story by Henry Boltinoff
“The Unknown Rays” text story by Joe Samachson (as William Morrison), with art by Raymond Perry
“Ozzie” one-page feature by Phil Berube
“Tootsie Roll” advertisement: “Captain Tootsie Traps Killer Bear With Invisible Light,” with art by C.C. Beck and Pete Costanza
52 Pages • Full Color • Cover Price: $0.10
A landmark Golden Age Batman issue—introducing the Mad Hatter and Vicki Vale in a mix of mystery, fantasy, and classic Gotham adventure.
