Famous First Edition #C-28
In "The Case of the Chemical Syndicate," the Bat-Man tackles his first major investigation, diving into the murder of a chemical tycoon whose death hides a web of betrayal within the Apex Chemical Corporation. Written by Bill Finger and brought to life with stark, iconic art by Bob Kane—both in story and on the cover—this 1974 DC classic captures the early days of Gotham’s Dark Knight with a mystery that hinges on greed, secrets, and the first steps of a detective’s journey.
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In his first case, the Bat-Man investigates the murder of a chemical tycoon, discovering that one of his partners murdered him to steal the secret contracts that would leave him as the sole owner of the Apex Chemical Corporation.
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