Description
Time Magazine – December 9, 1946 – Vol. 48 No. 24 – Russia’s Andrei Zhdanov (Good Interior)
This original issue of Time Magazine, dated December 9, 1946, features Andrei Zhdanov, one of Joseph Stalin’s top advisors and a key figure in Soviet politics, on the cover. As chief architect of Soviet cultural policy and a central figure in the post-war ideological confrontation with the West, Zhdanov played a major role in shaping the USSR’s internal propaganda and external diplomatic strategy at the start of the Cold War. This issue explores his influence on international communism and the tightening of Soviet control at home and abroad.
Alongside its feature story, the magazine includes reporting on the early tensions of the Cold War, U.S. domestic and international policy, postwar reconstruction, and period-specific culture. Original advertisements and editorial content provide a valuable glimpse into the world of 1946.
Condition:
The magazine is in acceptable condition with a good interior. The front cover shows creases, marks, and signs of wear, and there may be additional surface marks or small rips throughout. Interior pages are complete and fully legible. The item shown in the listing photos is the exact one you will receive. Please refer to the images for a full condition review.
Additional Information:
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Ships with a plastic protective covering to ensure safe storage and handling
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Combined shipping is available—please ask if purchasing multiple items
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A noteworthy collectible for Cold War historians, Soviet-era scholars, or vintage magazine enthusiasts
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