Batman #317 (Nov 1979)

Batman #317, published in Nov 1979, is a Bronze Age DC Comics comic featuring Batman, written by Len Wein with cover art by Dick Giordano.

Entitled The 1,001 Clue Caper or Why Did the Riddler Cross the Road?, the story(s) continues The Caped Crusader's Bronze Age adventures as Batman faces Gotham’s criminals, mysteries, and shifting threats.

It is regarded as a key Batman comic due to the following significant event: Iconic Dick Giordano Riddler cover.

Featured appearances include Batman (Bruce Wayne), Robin (Dick Grayson), Selina Kyle (Catwoman), Riddler and other characters from Batman’s world.

A classic Bronze Age Batman comic, this issue reflects the darker, more grounded direction of Batman storytelling, with stronger detective themes and key character moments.

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