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Fine Books and Manuscripts

Sat, Apr 18, 2020 12:00PM EDT
Lot 115

Large Collection of Over 150 True Detective and Master Detective Magazines.

Estimate: $400 - $600

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[Detective Magazines] Large Collection of Over 150 True Detective and Master Detective Magazines. Bulk 1930s. American true crime magazines with cover art of familiar faces that are ?tough on crime? featuring Roosevelt and Jack Dempsey; other faces known for their crimes highlight ?Pretty Boy? Floyd, John Dillinger, and Lepke Hunt. Many duplicates. Heavily chipped or repaired spines; few covers detached. Bulk fair to good; several very good file copies.