# The Amazing Spider-Man (1963) #289

Published: 1987-06-01T00:00:00+0000
Series: The Amazing Spider-Man (1963 - 1998)
Creators: Peter David (writer), Alan Kupperberg (penciler), Rick Parker (letterer), Tom Morgan (penciler), George Roussos (colorist), Jim Fern (cover artist)

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The rise of Hobgoblin! One of Spidey's most elusive villains is revealed in this shocking issue! Friends and family mourn the loss of Ned Leeds- how is Betty Brant handling her grief?