# Tales to Astonish (1959) #44

Published: 1963-06-01T00:00:00+0000
Series: Tales to Astonish (1959 - 1968)
Creators: Stan Lee (writer), Steve Ditko (penciler), Jack Kirby (penciler), Don Heck (cover artist), Art Simek (letterer)

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The First Appearance of Janet Van Dyne, the unstoppable Wasp! While working for scientist Vernon Van Dyne, Hank Pym meets the young girl who will become his partner in crime fighting...and in life! Janet Van Dyne gains her sting, thanks to a super-powered transformation!