Golden & Silver Age Comic & Collectibles Auction

UNKNOWN Worlds, October 1942, featuring "The Unpleasant Profession of Jonathan Hoag"

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Description

An issue of UNKNOWN Worlds fantasy fiction pulp magazine, dated October 1942. This digest-sized magazine features a text-heavy front cover primarily in cream and brown with an orange spine and borders. Featured stories include “THE UNPLEASANT PROFESSION OF JONATHAN HOAG” by John Riverside, “THE NEW ONE” by Frederic Brown, and “MAGICIAN’S DINNER” by Jane Rice, each accompanied by a small illustrative vignette. The back cover displays a full-color advertisement for Calvert Whiskey, promoting “4 Calvert coolers to help you beat the heat” with illustrations of cocktails such as Highball and Whiskey Collins, alongside animated characters and the slogan “Note: All tall drinks taste better with Calvert Whiskey.”


Condition report:

Visible wear consistent with age, including minor creasing, edge discoloration, and general surface scuffs.