Why it's Hot:
- 1st appearance and origin of Batgirl, Barbara Gordon
- 1st appearance of Killer Moth in the Silver Age
Synopsis:
The million-dollar debut of Batgirl! Barbara Gordon, daughter of Gotham City Police Commissioner James Gordon, creates a costume inspired by Batman and adopts the name Batgirl. She first appears at a police ball, where she helps Batman and Robin thwart the villain Killer Moth, later taking on the Moth-Men. This issue marks the introduction of Batgirl’s origin story and her continuing role in Gotham as a new hero in the Batman family. Additionally, Batgirl’s first appearance in the Silver Age cemented her importance in the DC Universe, adding a new dynamic to the Batman team.