Description
Explore a piece of television history with the VTG Life Magazine from October 29, 1951, featuring the captivating "Television Prop Girl" on the cover. This vintage magazine encapsulates a golden era of media, capturing the excitement and evolution of television during a time when it was becoming a staple in American households. Each page is a gateway to a world of culture and news, providing readers with not only entertainment but insights into social and political issues of the period.
This issue is perfect for collectors, history buffs, or anyone drawn to the nostalgia of mid-20th century America. The quality of the print and the rich illustrations bring the era to life. Inside, you'll find articles that discuss various aspects of life in the early '50s, from sports triumphs to royal moments, showcasing the diverse interests of the magazine's readership. Here are some highlights:
- Features captivating stories about prominent events, personalities, and cultural shifts of the era.
- Includes striking photographic essays that give depth to the written word and visually captures the zeitgeist of 1951.
Notably, this issue also includes significant pieces like "The War Memoirs of Winston Churchill" and a photographic essay titled "Growth of a Despot." Other fascinating topics span sports with "U.S.C. Victory is Climax of Zany Football Season" to an insight on television with "Busiest Cog in Television."
The image shown in this listing is a stock photo. You will receive the same issue as depicted, and the condition described in this listing, but it may not be the exact copy shown in the photo.
We have a vast collection of Life magazine issues spanning from 1936 to 1972. Many of these magazines are available at discounted prices during exciting sales and promotions. Be sure to take advantage of our "Buy 2, Get 1 Free" offer when you add three items to your cart. Please note that this promotion does not apply with Best Offers or coupons but does stack with any current sale.
Additionally, we provide flat-rate shipping on any size order, with a minimum purchase policy of three items—making it easier for you to dive deep into the rich history captured in these magazines.
Pg… 22 THE WEEK'S EVENTS: U.S.C. Victory is Climax of Zany Football Season
Pg… 28 THE WEEK'S EVENTS: Cochrane Gets 15 Minutes of Royalty, Photographs for LIFE by Leonard McCombe
Pg… 33 THE WEEK'S EVENTS: Smashed Bones are a Good Citizen's Reward
Pg… 34 THE WEEK'S EVENTS: The Taking of Heartbreak Ridge
Pg… 41 THE WEEK'S EVENTS: "Mr. Republican" Cuts Himself In
Pg… 42 THE WEEK'S EVENTS: More Troubles in Moslem World
Pg… 44 THE WEEK'S EVENTS: Yale's Stepsons Mark 250th Anniversary
Pg… 32 EDITORIAL: God Socialism and Yale
Pg… 109 PHOTOGRAPHIC ESSAY: Growth of a Despot
Pg… 74 ARTICLE: The War Memoirs of Winston Churchill, Volume V, Part III
Pg… 49 MODERN LIVING: A New 3–Bedroom House for $25 Down
Pg… 52 SCIENCE: Self–Portrait of an Atomic Pile
Pg… 54 EDUCATION: Patti Makes the Grade
Pg… 62 EDUCATION: The Rangerettes
Pg… 119 EDUCATION: A Tiny Plane with a Gigantic Roar
Pg… 105 ENTERTAINMENT: Judy Garland Comes Back
Pg… 125 TELEVISION: Busiest Cog in Television
Pg… 10 OTHER DEPARTMENTS: Letters to the Editors
Pg… 16 OTHER DEPARTMENTS: Speaking of Pictures: San Francisco Embarrasses Jaywalkers
Pg… 67 OTHER DEPARTMENTS: Sequel: Alice Austen Day
Pg… 132 OTHER DEPARTMENTS: LIFE Goes to the Wedding of Ogden Nash's Daughter
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