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Excerpt from Radio-Tv Mirror, Vol. 40: July, 1953 In this huge bay, you are literally sitting in space. There are two leather chairs facing the window, a thirty-power tele scope, binoculars and reading lamps. (but, Mickie says, it's difficult to concentrate on reading.) There is the sweep of the sea or a hundred ducks ocking on the water or boats moving across the horizon. When night falls and the lights go on, the windows are black mirrors, reecting a magnificent paneled fire place. On the mantel is a gift from Paul Winchell, a clock wound by barometric pressure, and there are a couple of mahogany figures Dennis picked up in Haiti. The carpeting is tan and the chairs and fabrics follow through in various shades of the same co or. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
This reprint offers a glimpse into the July 1953 issue of Radio-TV Mirror magazine, focusing on domestic design and celebrity life. The excerpt details a specific living space, highlighting its luxurious features such as leather chairs, a telescope, and a unique barometric clock, alongside decorative elements like mahogany figures and a paneled fireplace. It contrasts the expansive view of the sea with the reflective quality of the windows at night, creating a sophisticated ambiance. The publisher's note explains their process of digitally reconstructing historical works, preserving original imperfections while repairing damage.
This reprint provides a direct window into mid-20th-century popular culture, specifically focusing on the intersection of radio, television, and domestic aesthetics. The publisher's approach to historical reproduction suggests a dedication to preserving the authenticity of the original material, even with its inherent flaws. The content, as excerpted, offers a snapshot of lifestyle and celebrity interests from 1953. The focus on interior design and specific celebrity mentions indicates a readership interested in the personal lives and environments of media personalities of the era.
Page Count:
708
Publication Date:
2017-03-09
Publisher:
Fb&c Limited
ISBN-10:
0243875606
ISBN-13:
9780243875603
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