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Offered here is the exceptionally rare March 1929 issue of Popular Science Monthly, Volume 114, No. 3 — one of the hardest-to-find editions of this iconic magazine. This issue is highly sought after by aviation collectors and vintage publication enthusiasts alike, and it’s often listed as the second rarest Popular Science issue ever printed, according to collector consensus.
🌟 Cover Feature:
A dramatic full-color aviation-themed cover by artist PAUS depicts a greenhorn student pilot learning to fly, fitting with the headline:
“I Am Learning to Be a Flyer — Vivid Experiences of a Greenhorn Student Pilot.”
🛩️ Key Highlights:
• Published in March 1929, pre-Great Depression era
• Loaded with early 20th-century science, invention, and aviation breakthroughs
• Full of fascinating period advertising and illustrations
• Excellent condition: Clean spine, no missing pages, vivid cover art
• A true centerpiece for any aviation history or early American technology collection
🔍 Collector Notes:
This issue’s scarcity is largely due to limited surviving copies in collectible condition. Its powerful cover art and era-specific content make it a top-tier acquisition for those curating high-end Popular Science runs or rare magazine lots.
📦 Carefully packed and shipped flat with protection to preserve its condition.
You will receive exactly what is pictured.
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