Sports Illustrated May 17, 1965 magazine featuring Bill Veeck on the cover and the headline Bill Veeck's Explosive New Book on Baseball Part 1. Original cover price is printed as 35 cents.

• The magazine title is Sports Illustrated with the May 17, 1965 cover date.
• Bill Veeck is the cover subject, matching the featured cover story.
• A mailing label is present on the lower left of the cover.
• One magazine is shown.
• The cover art and typography are clearly visible, with the classic red masthead and yellow headline.

Condition shows visible creases, edge wear, corner wear, and surface scuffs, with heavier wear at the bottom left corner. Please review the photos for the full condition detail.