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Rare Australian Playboy Magazine October 1980 Issue Vintage Edition Jodie Day...
1980 • Hardcover
Description
Australian Playboy Magazine, Vintage Edition. Features Covergirl Suzanne van Reese, Kate McGurgen, Jodie Day (Nude) Playmate of the Month is Lisa Welch Rules V League V Soccer In Sports' Hottest Conflict What Makes 60 Minutes Tick How To Stop Strikes By Gough Whitlam Barry Humphries Treasury Of Australian Kitsch
Synopsis
Title: Rare Australian Playboy Magazine October 1980 Issue Vintage Edition Jodie Day...
Author/Publisher: Playboy
Publication Year: 1980
Format: Illustrated Hardcover
This vintage October 1980 issue of Australian Playboy Magazine offers a fascinating window into popular culture at the dawn of the 1980s. Blending elements of art and photography, celebrity profiles, current affairs, and lifestyle features, it provides a comprehensive general interest publication aimed at a male readership.
As a periodical from its era, this issue captures a unique moment in Australian society, reflecting the interests, personalities, and cultural conversations prevalent during that specific time. It stands as a valuable cultural artefact, encompassing diverse topics from politics to sports, alongside its iconic photographic content.
- Iconic Features and Personalities: This issue showcases prominent figures of the era, featuring covergirl Suzanne van Reese, Kate McGurgen, and Jodie Day, alongside Playmate of the Month Lisa Welch, capturing the modelling and celebrity culture of the time.
- Sporting and Media Deep Dives: Delve into a significant Australian sporting conflict with 'Rules V League V Soccer In Sports' Hottest Conflict' and an insightful examination of the popular television programme 'What Makes 60 Minutes Tick', reflecting contemporary media analysis.
- Political and Cultural Commentary: Gain perspective from former Prime Minister Gough Whitlam with his piece on 'How To Stop Strikes', paired with Barry Humphries' distinctive 'Treasury Of Australian Kitsch', offering a blend of political insight and unique cultural observation.
This vintage October 1980 Australian Playboy issue serves as a fascinating cultural artefact, offering a unique glimpse into the social, political, and entertainment landscapes of Australia at the turn of the decade. It is a compelling acquisition for collectors of vintage magazines, popular culture ephemera, or those seeking a tangible piece of Australian history.
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 | October |
| Publication Frequency | Monthly |
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