Planet Stories May 1951 VG Allen Anderson GGA Cover James H Schmitz Pulp Key For Sale

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.