The Amazing Spider-Man #179

The Amazing Spider-Man #179 was published by Marvel Comics in April 1978. It emerged during a transitional period for the title, following the high-profile departure of longtime writer Len Wein and the arrival of Marv Wolfman, who took over scripting duties shortly before this issue. The story continues the narrative threads of the era, focusing on Peter Parker's personal struggles and his ongoing conflicts with various adversaries in the New York City landscape.

The interior artwork was provided by Ross Andru, a veteran artist whose long tenure on the series defined the visual aesthetic of the late 1970s. Andru’s work is characterized by dynamic, grounded action sequences and an ability to convey the moody, grounded atmosphere of Spider-Man's urban environment. The cover was illustrated by Al Milgrom, whose style helped maintain the series' recognizable look during a period where Marvel was balancing established character tropes with evolving, more complex storytelling techniques.