Thrilling Romances (1949) comic books 1953
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Issue #23
Published 1953 by Standard Comics.This item is not in stock at MyComicShop. If you use the "Add to want list" tab to add this issue to your want list, we will email you when it becomes available.
Photo cover. "Chance For Happiness," pencils by Alex Toth, inks by Mike Peppe; An immigrant bride comes to the U.S. to be with her ex-G.I. husband, but must deal with the disapproval of her father-in-law. "Out of the Frying Pan" one-page story; Cautionary tale about lying to a potential romantic partner. "Magic of Love," art by Art Saaf; Bookish sister Pinky falls in love with her glamourous sister's boyfriend. "Call Me Darling" text story by Margaret Isbell. "How Cosmetics and Jewelry Began," art by Vernon Greene; Short comparison of "primitive" culture origins of using body paint and jewelry, leaping to modern day illustration. "Take My Heart," art by Vince Colletta; Jane Tyler escapes small-town life, moving to work in Washington D.C. and to find a sophisticated husband, only to meet a small-town doctor. "And Nothing Can Be Done About It" one-page story, art by Paul Robinson; Eddy tries unsuccessfully to get "Angel Stuff" to go out with him. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.10.
