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Rare Australian Playboy Magazine February 1980 Issue Vintage Edition Jane Priest
1980 • Hardcover
Description
Australian Playboy Magazine, Vintage Edition. Centrefold in perfect condition. Features Covergirl Jane Priest (Nude) Playmate of the Month is Lesley Clark Strike Gold! Playboy Finds Lasseter's Reef? The Magic Metal A History Of Lust From Karen Pini On... 12 Golden Playmates Plus Solve Your Sex Problems Adviser Special
Synopsis
Title: Rare Australian Playboy Magazine February 1980 Issue Vintage Edition Jane Priest
Author/Publisher: Unknown
Publication Year: 1980
Format: Illustrated Monthly Magazine
This February 1980 issue of Australian Playboy offers a compelling snapshot of early 1980s popular culture, featuring an intriguing blend of celebrity profiles, photographic essays, and lifestyle articles. As a monthly publication, it captured the zeitgeist, reflecting the cultural landscape and interests of its readership.
Rooted in the genres of art, photography, biography, and news, this edition delves into topics such as modelling, politics, and a 'slice of life' perspective. It provides a rich tapestry of content characteristic of Playboy's influential role in media during this period, particularly its distinctive Australian iteration.
- Playmate of the Month: Lesley Clark: Readers are introduced to Lesley Clark as the esteemed Playmate of the Month, presented through an exclusive pictorial showcasing the era's distinctive photographic style and aesthetic.
- Search for Lasseter's Reef: Delve into an intriguing Australian adventure with the feature 'Strike Gold! Playboy Finds Lasseter's Reef?', exploring the legendary lost gold reef. This piece, alongside 'The Magic Metal A History Of Lust' and a retrospective on '12 Golden Playmates' (including Karen Pini), offers a unique blend of historical inquiry and iconic imagery, highlighting Australia's rich heritage and popular figures.
- Advice and Insights: Beyond its celebrated photography, the magazine provides a 'Solve Your Sex Problems Adviser Special', offering candid insights and advice characteristic of Playboy's broader lifestyle and men's interest remit.
This February 1980 edition of Australian Playboy stands as a vibrant cultural artefact, appealing to collectors of vintage periodicals, popular culture historians, and enthusiasts of Australian celebrity and photography. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the social and aesthetic currents of the period.
Condition
This item has been professionally inspected and is in Good condition. Please refer to the photographs for detailed visual assessment.
Specifications
| Format | Hardcover |
| Condition | Good |
| Year | 1980 |
| Genre | Art & Photography, Biography, Celebrity, Illustration, Men, News, Women |
| Topic | Modelling, Photography, Politics, Slice of Life, PLAYBOY |
| Features | Illustrated |
| Language | English |
| Publication Name | Playboy |
| Country of Origin | Australia |
| Publication Month | February |
| Publication Frequency | Monthly |
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