Clues Detective Stories Jan 1939 Rafael De Soto Severed Head Cover Pulp VG

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GRUESOME "SEVERED HEAD" COVER | Clues Detective Stories (Jan 1939)
Art by Rafael De Soto - Street & Smith Crime Pulp
You are bidding on a
VG (Very Good)
copy of
Clues Detective Stories
(January 1939). This issue is highly collectible due to its striking and macabre cover art.
Why this book is a Key:
The Cover:
Painted by the legendary
Rafael De Soto
, this cover features a shocking "Severed Head" motif. It is a prime example of the "Shudder Pulp" style where detective stories crossed over into horror imagery.
The Publisher:
Published by
Street & Smith
, the legendary house behind
The Shadow
and
Doc Savage
.
The Era:
Pre-WWII pulps are becoming increasingly difficult to find in decent condition.
Condition:
VG with likely glue repair on spine. Creasing missing pieces on overhang. Nice copy. No trimming.
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