Justice League of America #171

Published in October 1979, Justice League of America #171 was part of the final stretch of the 'Silver-Bronze Age' transition for DC Comics. Written by Gerry Conway with cover art by Dick Giordano, the issue continued the long-running tradition of inter-dimensional crossovers, specifically featuring the Earth-Two Justice Society of America. This era of the series was defined by these massive, sprawling team-ups that served as fan-service celebrations of DC's extensive history, attempting to maintain cohesion across its burgeoning multiverse.

The interior art was provided by Don Heck, a legendary illustrator whose clean, straightforward style was a staple of DC titles during the late seventies. The narrative focused on the team's conflict with the villainous group known as the Secret Society of Super-Villains, a hallmark of Conway’s run that prioritized high-stakes team dynamics over individual character origins. While it arrived during a time of immense competition within the direct market, the issue is remembered by collectors today as a quintessential example of the accessible, reliable superhero storytelling that characterized the late Bronze Age.