Lot of 4 Vintage Liberty Magazines (1933-1944) WWII Era, Leslie Thrasher Art
$ 25.88
Description
Lot of 4 Vintage Liberty Magazines (1933-1944) WWII Era, Leslie Thrasher Art. Cover Art: Original artwork by illustrators like Leslie Thrasher and Paul Heese is highly sought after for framing and display. This lot contains four authentic issues of Liberty magazine, a staple of American mid-century media known for its "reading time" feature and high-quality illustrations. Included Issues & Features: Sept. 23, 1933: Features a classic cover by Leslie Thrasher and articles on Hollywood decadence. Nov. 7, 1942: Highlights include "The Saint Steps In" by Leslie Charteris (Simon Templar adventure) and WWII-era rationing concerns ("Will We Have Enough To Eat?"). Nov. 21, 1942: Action-packed football cover art; contains wartime reports and features on the U.S. Draft Board. March 18, 1944: Distinctive parrot/fashion cover; features articles on Emperor Hirohito and life for soldiers in foxholes. Collector Appeal: World War II Memorabilia: Three of the magazines date to the height of WWII, containing era-specific advertisements (Coca-Cola, Chesterfield, and military-themed ads) and war-front reports. Famous Authors: Liberty frequently published pulp legends like Leslie Charteris and renowned journalists of the day. Cover Art: Original artwork by illustrators like Leslie Thrasher and Paul Heese is highly sought after for framing and display. Cultural History: Includes fascinating snapshots of 1930s-40s American life, from Hollywood scandals to wartime home-front politics. Product Dimensions Size: Approximately 11 1/4" H x 8 1/2" W per issue.
