Details: JAMES H. SCHMITZ FEATURE! | Planet Stories (May 1951) | VG Vol. 4 #12
You are offerding on a VG (Very Good) raw copy of Planet Stories (Volume 4, Number 12 - May 1951), published by Fiction House. This classic Golden Age issue represents a quintessential era of pulp science fiction, delivering the thrilling lead novella "Captives of the Thieve-Star" by the legendary James H. Schmitz.
Why this Pulp is Collectible:
James H. Schmitz Feature: This issue is anchored by the classic space adventure "Captives of the Thieve-Star." Schmitz's imaginative, action-packed planetary stories are highly regarded and heavily targeted by vintage sci-fi pulp historians.
Deep Roster of Talent: In addition to Schmitz, this issue boasts a heavy-hitting lineup of Golden Age sci-fi contributors, including Mack Reynolds, Fredric Brown, and Frank Belknap Long.
Peak Space Opera Era: Planet Stories was the premier destination for swashbuckling extraterrestrial adventures during the Golden Age of science fiction, making surviving issues foundational texts for the genre.
Condition Details:
Grade: VG (Very Good) - Raw.
Spine Wear: Please be aware that the book exhibits a partial spine split at the bottom of the spine.
Cover Presentation: The cover retains bright colors and good central eye appeal but exhibits standard overhang wear (chipping/tearing along the overlapping edges typical of pulps from this era), as well as noticeable creases and tears.
General Wear: Exhibits typical handling wear and paper aging consistent with an authentic 1950s newsstand pulp that has been read and enjoyed.
Photos: Please carefully review all provided pictures to assess the spine split, overhang wear, creasing, tears, and overall presentation to ensure it meets your expectations for a display or reading copy.
Publisher: Fiction House.
Year: May 1951.
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