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This listing is for ORIGINAL LOOSE PAGES ONLY from a 1952 issue of Life magazine.

The cover, spine, advertisements, and remainder of the magazine are NOT included.

Pages show heavy age-related wear, including edge chipping, tears, creasing, staining, and handling wear. Sold as-is, unrestored, and without third-party authentication.

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Description

Original 1952 Life magazine pages featuring the first-ever publication (1st appearance serialization) of The Old Man and the Sea by Ernest Hemingway. This serialization preceded the book edition and represents the earliest publication of the work. Illustrated by Noel Sickles, as issued by Life.

A genuine piece of American literary history acquired from an estate and offered in original, unrestored condition. Pages included are complete for the serialized story portion only. No additional magazine content is included.