Literary Digest 1918 WWI Magazine 3pc Set Aviation Art Funk & Wagnalls History For Sale

For sale is a 3pc Set of original Literary Digest magazines from 1918. These are premier historical artifacts from the final months of World War I, published by Funk & Wagnalls. These specific issues are highly sought after for their vivid, full-color cover art documenting the \"American Cavalry of the Air\" and early aviation combat.

Featured Issues & Artistic Significance

• July 20, 1918: Features a dramatic scene of a Caproni plane supplying Italian troops. This style of eyewitness combat art was made famous by official war artists like Henri Farré, who flew missions to capture the reality of the Great War.

• August 24, 1918: \"American Cavalry of the Air.\" This iconic cover is the work of Henry Grant Dart, a celebrated futurist illustrator. His intricate, technical style is a favorite among aviation and \"steampunk\" collectors.

• October 12, 1918: \"Ending the Raider\'s Career.\" A powerful depiction of naval aviation and the transition to modern aerial warfare.

Collector\'s Note on Cover Art

These 1918 issues represent the \"Golden Era\" of The Literary Digest. During this time, the magazine employed legendary illustrators—including Frank X. Leyendecker and Norman Rockwell—to create heroic, frame-worthy imagery. These covers are not merely magazine fronts; they are significant pieces of American illustrative history from the World War I era.

Condition Report

• Covers: Bold, vibrant colors with authentic age-toning and light edge wear consistent with 100-year-old paper.

• Mailing Labels: Features original vintage subscriber labels, adding to the historical provenance.

• Binding: Staple bound; spines are intact with some expected shelf wear.

• Interior: Complete with fascinating period advertisements and first-hand war Publisher: Funk & Wagnalls Company

• Year: 1918 (World War I)

• Quantity: 3 Magazines (3pc Set)

• Genre: Aviation / Military History / Art