The Amazing Spider-Man #145

The Amazing Spider-Man #145 was published by Marvel Comics in June 1975, arriving during a transitional period for the series under writer Gerry Conway. This issue is notable for its role in the Punisher's early publication history, as the character makes his second appearance following his debut in issue #129. The narrative continues to explore the complex moral friction between Spider-Man’s vigilante aversion to killing and Frank Castle’s lethal methods, reflecting the darker, more cynical trends emerging in mid-1970s superhero fiction.

The cover and interior art were provided by Ross Andru, a definitive Spider-Man artist of the decade known for his dynamic, slightly angular aesthetic that helped define the look of the wall-crawler in the post-Romita era. Andru’s work on this issue effectively balanced the high-stakes action required for the Punisher's inclusion with the interpersonal drama central to Peter Parker's life at the time. The issue was received as a solid entry in the long-running series, further solidifying the Punisher as a viable recurring antagonist and eventual anti-hero within the Marvel Universe.