Preview
Creation Date
1948
Description
Gift of Richard N. Hurley. Robert Doares illustrated the cover
Publisher
Bantam Books
Style/Period
Mid-twentieth century, Pulp Fiction
Materials/Techniques
covers (gathered matter components), paperbacks
Measurements
6.5 x 4.25 in.
Inscription
[top]: He Risked His Neck on a Mad Gamble; [image of a bantam for Bantam Books, top left]: 553; [center]: The BIG BET (ANY NUMBER CAN WIN)/ Edward Harris Heth/ A BANTAM BOOK/ Complete and Unabridged
Keywords
paperbacks; pulp fiction; text (layout feature); gambling; playing cards; evening wear; illustrations (layout features)