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Look Magazine – March 12, 1940 – Joan Crawford Cover – No Mailing Label – Good Condition
This March 12, 1940 issue of Look Magazine features Joan Crawford on the cover, with a special behind-the-scenes feature titled “Joan Crawford’s Dressing Room” offering readers an intimate look into the private world of one of Hollywood’s most celebrated leading ladies (p. 58). The magazine is in good condition, shows typical minor age wear, and is free from mailing labels. It comes with a protective plastic covering for preservation.
Highlights from This Issue:
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Politics & Power:
“Roosevelt’s Choice for President” by Drew Pearson and R.S. Allen (p. 10) provides insider commentary on the political maneuverings within the Democratic Party ahead of the 1940 election. -
World Affairs:
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“Inside Nazi Germany” by Oswald Garrison Villard (p. 14) delivers a sobering report on life under Hitler’s regime.
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“The Second World War” by Laurence Stallings (p. 20) discusses the unfolding global conflict as it intensifies in Europe.
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Urban Rivalries:
A provocative comparison in “San Francisco vs. Los Angeles” pits the two major California cities against each other in a battle of culture, growth, and prestige (p. 48). -
People & Culture:
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“Presidents Are Peculiar” (p. 4) humorously explores quirky traits of U.S. presidents.
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“Mae West, Home Girl” takes a closer look at the sultry star’s private side (p. 46).
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Sports & Leisure:
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“Murder on Horseback” by Henry McLemore (p. 30) offers a dramatic twist to equestrian sport.
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“Week-End Ski Date” (p. 24) captures winter recreation in full swing.
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Fashion Feature:
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“Easter Hats” showcases the season’s latest millinery trends (p. 38).
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Interactive Fun:
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Photocrime (p. 33) and The Look Quiz by Leslie Campbell (p. 56) provide readers with classic brain-teasing entertainment.
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With its rich blend of celebrity features, wartime reporting, and cultural commentary, this edition offers a vivid glimpse into American life at the dawn of the 1940s.
The exact magazine you see in the listing photos is the one you’ll receive. Please check the images for detailed condition.
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