Cox Arthur J Associate Editor (2 results)

Soft cover (Stapled Wrappers). Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. An exceptional 1953 issue of this highly regarded, definitive golden-age American science fiction chronicle. Cover price 20¢. Front cover features an immersive, iconic original space exploration illustration by legendary fan artist Morris Scott Dollens (signed in plate), depicting a spacesuit-clad astronaut peering out from a rugged lunar cave toward a classic needle-shaped rocket ship and a shaded crescent planet. Internally, this issue contains insightful book reviews, fanzine indexes, and a deep-dive seven-page analysis on "Fantastic Worlds" by Arthur J. Cox Features a massive, double-column "BIG BOOK BARGAIN!!!" order-form advertisement directly from the Science Fiction Advertiser dispatch department in Glendale, CA. The historic layout offers a "Two books for the price of one" deal on definitive first editions and classics of the era. Iconic works listed with original prices include.…

Soft cover (Stapled Wrappers). Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. A prime golden-age issue of this essential science fiction chronicle and bibliography fanzine. Cover price 20¢. The front cover highlights a stunning, atmospheric lunar landing illustration by iconic fan artist Morris Scott Dollens (signed in plate), depicting a classic needle rocket ship grounded next to a towering lattice radar/communication tower on a cratered alien landscape. Internally, this issue includes critical checklists, letters from prominent fans of the era, and meticulous reviews of contemporary 1952 pulp fiction releases.Rear Cover Advertisements:Features the complete, multi-column front matter and table of contents layout for Fantastic Worlds (Vol. 1, No. 1, Summer 1952), serving as a historic cross-promotional advertisement. This backing page lists foundational content from legendary figures in speculative fiction, including.…