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    Stories by Famous Authors Illustrated (1949) #12 VG/FN 5.0
    Published Feb 1951 by Seaboard Publishers.

    Stories by Famous Authors Illustrated (1949) 12 VG/FN 5.0

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    Ended Dec 15 2016
    Winning Bid $26

    "La Svengali" (The Story of Trilby), script by George du Maurier (original author), art by Gustav Schrotter; The story of Trilby OFerrall, an artists model in Paris, who falls under the spell of the compelling Svengali, a musician who trains her voice through hypnosis and turns her into a singing star; The pair travels throughout Europe on successful concert tours, Trilby as La Svengali, the famous singer, and Svengali as the accompanying orchestra conductor. "The First Commandos, or The Flowers of Begtash" historical article. "Wilhelm Tell" one-page historical story. "How the Rajah Took the Census" text story. La Svengali illustration on the back cover. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.10. Grade: VG/FN 5.0 explanation of grade Condition: Used (collectible)