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Batman #181

DC · Series began 1940 · June 1966

first Poison Ivy

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first Poison Ivy

Dates

Cover date: June 1966
On sale: April 19, 1966
Pages: 36

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Editions and covers

Original edition
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Facsimile reprints exist

Batman 181 (Facsimile Edition) (2019). A facsimile reproduces this issue with a modern cover price and barcode; check before buying.

Creators

pencils: Carmine Infantino, Curt Swan, Sheldon Moldoff, Ross Andru, Joe Orlando, Mike Sekowskyinks: Murphy Anderson, Joe Giella, Mike Esposito, Sid Greeneletters: Ira Schnapp, Gaspar Saladinoscript: Robert Kanigher, Gardner Fox

Stories

Beware of -- Poison Ivy! · 11.34 pages
While Bruce and Dick are attending an art show, a woman shows up, claiming to be the greatest criminal of those currently residing in Gotham.
The Perfect Crime -- Slightly Imperfect! · 11.67 pages
At the latest meeting of the Analysts, Kaye announces that she didn't write her latest book, and seems to be threatened by a voice from her brooch. Batman has a feeling that the Kaye at the meeting is an impostor, so he looks into the matter.

Publisher’s description

The first appearance of Poison Ivy in “Beware of Poison Ivy!” Poison Ivy challenges the reigning female villains in Gotham City. Batman and Robin are on the move to stop her, but they’re both at risk of falling victim to her charms!

Reprinted in

Showcase Presents: Batman (2006), Batman 181 (Facsimile Edition) (2019), Batman in the Sixties (1999), Batman: A Celebration of 75 Years (2014), Batman Arkham: Poison Ivy (2016)