Batman: The Golden Age #5
In "The Joker Reforms!", Bruce Wayne’s sudden, harsh behavior toward Dick Grayson takes a shocking turn when the real Wayne is kidnapped by a madman who’s impersonating him—sending doppelgängers to torment the wealthy while holding millionaires captive. Written by Joe Samachson and illustrated by Dick Sprang with inks by Norm Fallon, this Golden Age-inspired tale blends mystery and menace, with Evan "Doc" Shaner’s cover capturing the eerie duality of the deception.
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After handling a particular heart-rending situation between a friend of his and his wife, Bruce Wayne decides it's time for a vacation. But when "Bruce" returns from that vacation, he literally treats Dick Grayson like dirt. But before he, in the guise of Robin, confronts the man, he gets a radio call from the real Wayne, who has been kidnapped by a lunatic, imprisoning millionaires and sending out look alikes to further his interests.
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