Vintage Detective Story Magazine – December 29, 1928

Vintage Detective Story Magazine – December 29, 1928

Unearth a thrilling piece of pulp fiction history with this December 29, 1928 issue of Detective Story Magazine. Published weekly by Street & Smith, this issue delivers suspenseful stories from top writers of the era, including Herman Landon, Judson P. Philips, Armstrong Livingston, and Mel Watt.

• Cover Subject: Striking artwork depicting a dramatic moment of confrontation with a globe and handcuffs—a perfect encapsulation of the detective genre's intrigue and action.
• Date and Issue: December 29, 1928, priced at 15¢ on the cover.
• Condition:
  • Cover: Shows wear consistent with age, including edge tears, creasing, and small missing sections along the edges.
  • Interior Pages: Pages are intact, with some age-related discoloration.
  • Back Cover: Features a vintage advertisement for the Corona Model T Typewriter, highlighting its one-third-off sale—a nostalgic glimpse into 1920s marketing.
    Condition is rated Fair due to visible wear and aging.
• Special Features:
  • Stories by notable pulp fiction authors.
  • Period advertisements offering cultural and historical appeal.

Rarity: This nearly century-old issue of Detective Story Magazine is a must-have for collectors of vintage pulp fiction and detective stories.