Description
Mad Magazine – June 1962 – No. 71 – “MAD Guide to Russia” – VG 4.0 – No Label
This classic issue of MAD Magazine from June 1962 (No. 71) features the sharp wit and satirical brilliance that defined the early '60s era of the publication. Headlined by the infamous “MAD Guide to Russia”, this Cold War-era gem pokes fun at global tensions with vintage irreverence and the signature humor of “The Usual Gang of Idiots.”
Condition: Graded 4.0 Very Good
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No address label
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Minor edge wear, overall good condition for its age
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Please see photos for exact condition
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Combined shipping available – just ask!
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Includes protective plastic covering
Publisher Information
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Publisher: William M. Gaines
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Editor: Albert B. Feldstein
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Art Director: John Putnam
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Production: Leonard Brenner
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Contributors: “The Usual Gang of Idiots”
Departments & Features
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Gambling – The Wagers of Sin Department (p.5)
A snarky skewering of compulsive gamblers—“like the idiot Publisher of MAD.” -
The Lighter Side of Rain – Bitter-Patter Department (p.14)
Everything you didn’t need to know about precipitation. -
Spy vs. Spy – Dames and Doze / Joke and Dagger Depts. (pp.18, 42)
Antonio Prohías’ iconic black-and-white agents go head-to-head in two explosive matchups. -
A MAD Guide to Russia – Better Red Than Read Dept. (p.19)
MAD’s Cold War parody that takes readers on a satirical tour behind the Iron Curtain. -
Don Martin in Sherwood Forest – Robin Hood-Wink Department (p.24)
A zany medieval romp from MAD’s master of absurd sound effects. -
Celebrities’ Wallets: Frank Sinatra – Chairman of the Broad Dept. (p.30)
A hilarious peek into what Ol’ Blue Eyes might carry in his wallet. -
Future Physical Afflictions – Up for Adaption Dept. (p.32)
A dystopian look at how modern life could twist the human body in bizarre ways. -
The Birth of a Brand Name – Artificial Dissemination Dept. (p.36)
Satirical origins of ridiculous product names cooked up on Madison Avenue. -
South Chicago – Cops and Rodger Dept. (p.43)
MAD’s parody musical of 1920s gangster culture with toe-tapping stool pigeons. -
The Big Bad Wall – Berlin Airlift Dept. (p.48)
Commentary on the infamous Berlin Wall, with MAD’s trademark sting.
Quote from Alfred E. Neuman:
“You'll never get rid of a bad temper by losing it!”
This Cold War-era issue is a collectible for any vintage MAD fan or Cold War satire enthusiast—full of gags that hold historical value and MADcap charm.