Startling Stories Oct 1953 Schomburg Cover Sam Merwin Vintage Sci-Fi Pulp For Sale

Original STARTLING STORIES, October 1953 issue — featuring a dramatic Alex Schomburg cover illustration and the complete novel “The White Widows” by Sam Merwin, Jr. A classic Golden Age science-fiction pulp with strong cover appeal and a solid author lineup.

This issue is especially sought after for its Schomburg artwork, depicting a cosmic, flame-colored humanoid figure — an iconic mid-century sci-fi visual.

• Featured Novel: The White Widows — Sam Merwin, Jr.

• Short Fiction by:

  • Edmond Hamilton

  • Murray Leinster

  • Tom McMorrow, Jr.

• Editorial features and period advertisements intact

Publication details:

• Startling Stories

• Volume 31, No. 1

• Cover date: October 1953

• Original 25¢ issue

• Published by Better Publications, Inc.

• Painted by Alex Schomburg

• Bold, fiery cosmic figure against swirling space background

• Highly recognizable Golden Age sci-fi style

• Strong display appeal even in lower grade

• Ships bagged and boarded on the first business day following purchase.

• Reinforced cardboard protection

• USPS Ground Advantage or Priority Mail

• Combined shipping available for multiple pulp magazines