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Life Magazine. COMPLETE YEAR 1939 in original wrappers. by WORLD'S FAIR / WORLD WAR II) - 1939.

by WORLD'S FAIR / WORLD WAR II)

Life Magazine.  COMPLETE YEAR 1939 in original wrappers. by WORLD'S FAIR / WORLD WAR II) -  1939.

Life Magazine. COMPLETE YEAR 1939 in original wrappers.

by WORLD'S FAIR / WORLD WAR II)

  • Used
Chicago.: Life Publishing Co.. 1939.. 52 issues of the magazine (never bound) for the year 1939: black and white photo illustrations with many color ads, 11 x 8 3/4 inches, each issue in color pictorial wrappers as issued. Overall light wear to some covers with address stamped on back cover of each issue. January 30, April 4, August 7 and November 20 issues have very soiled / creased covers. Dampstaining to May 15 issue. Several magazines have a light vertical crease at the centre from folding for mailing. November 27 issue has loose centerfold. Overall very good condition. A fascinating view of popular culture and world events as World War II looms on the American horizon. Cover subjects include Joe DiMaggio, Bette Davis, Tallulah Bankhead, New York World's Fair, Neville Chamberlain, Anne Lindbergh, Eleanor Roosevelt, Annapolis Grads, Japan home guard, German Uboats and English self defense. Many color advertisements including Coca-Cola, automobiles, etc. HEAVY COLLECTION (APPROX. 43 POUNDS) WHICH MAY REQUIRE EXTRA POSTAGE. .
  • Bookseller Independent bookstores US (US)
  • Book Condition Used
  • Publisher Life Publishing Co.
  • Place of Publication Chicago.
  • Date Published 1939.
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