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First Love Illustrated (1949-1963 Harvey) 9

  • Issue #9
    First Love Illustrated (1949-1963 Harvey) 9
    • Paper: Off white to white
    • Label #2072287012

    Cover by Al Avison. Stories and art by Tom Gill, Al Avison and Lee Elias. Harvey's entry in the romance-comic genre includes love poetry, advice to readers, and occasional pre-Code notoriety. Vera feels stuck between two worlds because she's only 15, but looks 21. After Trina wins a small fortune, fiance Fred borrows money against his better judgment, giving the impression he's only after her money. Ginny suspects the worst when fiance Kip is seen with beauty Drucie. Plus "true" reader tales of love, love poetry from classic authors, and vintage love advice. I Passed for 21; Special Firsts; Love Made me Miserable; Dinner for Two; Love Makes the World Go 'Round; No Excuse for Love; Love Laughs; Your Problem; I Paid for Love; Engagement Ring; Spotlight on Love. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.