Vintage Detective Story Magazine – December 15, 1928

Vintage Detective Story Magazine – December 15, 1928

Step back into the thrilling world of early crime and mystery fiction with this December 15, 1928 issue of Detective Story Magazine. Published weekly by Street & Smith, this edition features captivating tales from renowned authors such as Armstrong Livingston, Paul Ellsworth Triem, Johnston McCulley (creator of Zorro), and Roland Krebs.

• Cover Subject: Dramatic illustration of a tense and emotional crime scene, a hallmark of classic pulp artistry.
• Date and Issue: December 15, 1928, priced at 15¢ on the cover.
• Condition:
  • Cover: Displays wear consistent with its age, including edge tears, creases, and small missing sections.
  • Interior Pages: Age-related discoloration is present, but the pages remain legible and intact.
  • Back Cover: Features a vintage $10 Accident and Sickness Insurance advertisement, offering a nostalgic look at 1920s marketing.
    Overall condition is rated Fair due to visible wear and age.
• Special Features:
  • Stories by prominent pulp authors.
  • Authentic advertisements that reflect the culture and daily life of the 1920s.

Rarity: A sought-after issue for collectors of detective fiction and pulp magazines, particularly given its 1928 publication date.