Walt Disney Comics Issue 135 - Dell Golden Age Comics and Stories 1951 Donald Duck

Overview Original Walt Disney's Comics and Stories issue #135 published in December 1951 by Dell Comics. This Golden Age Disney comic features Donald Duck and related Disney character stories presented in the classic postwar Dell format that helped define mid-century American comic publishing. Highlights Original 1951 Dell comic book; vivid Donald Duck Thanksgiving-themed cover; strong surviving color; interior Disney stories in both black-and-white and full color; classic mid-century Disney comic art; appealing period subscription advertising on rear cover. Why You Will Love It Walt Disney's Comics and Stories remains one of the foundational titles of American comic history. The combination of iconic Disney characters, clean mid-century graphic design, and postwar optimism gives these comics enduring cross-generational appeal. This example presents attractively and captures the warmth and charm that made Dell Disney comics beloved by generations of readers. Dating / Background Walt Disney's Comics and Stories was among the most influential comic-book titles of the Golden Age. Published by Dell under arrangement with Walt Disney Productions, the series introduced generations of American children to Donald Duck, Mickey Mouse, Scrooge McDuck, and related Disney characters in comic-book form. By the early 1950s, Dell had become a dominant force in licensed character comics, and surviving issues today serve as important artifacts of postwar American popular culture. Condition Cover remains clean overall with strong surviving color and good eye appeal. General handling wear, spine wear, edge wear, light creasing, and interior age toning consistent with age are present. Interior pages appear complete and generally clean. Staples appear attached. Estimated approximate grade around Very Good overall depending upon grading standards and full in-hand examination. Dimensions (inches) Height: 10 1/8 inches Width: 7 1/4 inches Weight: .1 lbs Why Collect Walt Disney's Comics and Stories occupies an important place within Golden Age American comics and Disney publishing history. Early Disney comics enjoy strong collector recognition due to their broad cultural impact, recognizable characters, and increasingly scarce surviving examples in appealing condition. This issue also carries strong nostalgic and decorative appeal for collectors of Disneyana and mid-century Americana. Why Buy From tonyofatlanta tonyofatlanta is an established, reputable, knowledgeable dealer who offers quality merchandise with quality service. Our shipping is prompt and secure. Our goods are curated for good taste. Customer Satisfaction We stand ready and willing to provide more information, further discussion, or additional photos to make sure that our merchandise satisfies your expectations. tonyofatlanta says A Golden Age comic from a pop culture American institution.