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Detective Comics: The Evolution of the Batman Myth

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About Detective Comics

Detective Comics is a long-running American comic book series published by DC Comics. It is one of the most popular and influential comic books in history, and has been published continuously since 1937. Detective Comics features the adventures of the superhero Batman, and has introduced many of the most iconic characters in the DC Universe, including Robin, the Joker, and Catwoman.

Detective Comics was created by Gardner Fox and Bob Kane, and the first issue was published in March 1937. The comic initially featured a variety of detective stories, but Batman quickly became the main character. Batman's popularity led to the creation of his own solo comic book series, Batman, in 1940.

Detective Comics (1937-2024) #466

by Amy Wright

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Over the years, Detective Comics has been written by a variety of talented writers and artists, including Bill Finger, Dennis O'Neil, and Neal Adams. The comic has also featured a variety of different art styles, from the classic art of Kane and Finger to the more modern art of artists like Jim Lee and Scott Snyder.

The Evolution of Detective Comics

1937
Detective Comics #1 (March 1937)
The first issue of Detective Comics was published in March 1937. The issue featured a variety of detective stories, but the most popular story was "The Case of the Chemical Syndicate," which introduced the character of Batman.
1939
Batman #27 (May 1939)
Batman's popularity led to the creation of his own solo comic book series, Batman, in 1940. The first issue of Batman featured the origin story of Batman, and introduced the character of Robin, the Boy Wonder.
1940
Batman #134 (April 1940)
The Joker made his first appearance in Batman #1. The Joker is one of Batman's most popular and enduring villains, and has been portrayed by a variety of actors in film and television.
1942
Detective Comics #66 (December 1942)
Robin made his first appearance in Detective Comics #38. Robin is Batman's sidekick and partner, and has been portrayed by a variety of actors in film and television.
1966
Detective Comics #359 (November 1966)
The Batman television series premiered on ABC in 1966. The series starred Adam West as Batman and Burt Ward as Robin. The series ran for three seasons and 120 episodes, and is considered one of the most iconic television shows of all time.
1989