Mail-Order Mysteries: Real Stuff from Old Comic Book Ads

by Kirk Demarais

$49 · Offered by eBay

Rediscover your sense of wonder with *Mail-Order Mysteries*, a captivating exploration of vintage novelty advertisements and the products they promised. For generations, comic book readers have been enchanted by ads offering everything from authentic laser-gun plans and x-ray specs to 7-foot-tall monsters with glow-in-the-dark eyes. But have you ever wondered what you truly received for your $1.69 when sending off your order? In *Mail-Order Mysteries*, pop-culture historian Kirk Demarais delves into this fascinating world, revealing the astonishing truths—and often the exaggerations—behind the products marketed to kids during the ‘60s, ‘70s, and ‘80s. His extensive collection includes over 150 extraordinary, peculiar, and sometimes downright fraudulent collectibles, making this book a treasure trove for enthusiasts and curious readers alike. Among the highlights are items such as 100 Toy Soldiers in a Footlocker, Count Dante’s World’s Deadliest Fighting Secrets, the GRIT Hercules Wrist Band, Hypno-Coin, and Life-Size Monsters. The collection also features Mystic Smoke, Sea Monkeys, Soil From Dracula’s Castle, U-Control Ghost, and Ventrilo Voice Thrower, among many others. Each item is accompanied by detailed stories and insights that shed light on the marketing tactics and cultural phenomena of the era. *Mail-Order Mysteries* is a must-have for comic book fans, collectors, and anyone interested in the quirky history of American pop culture. Trust us—this book offers a fascina

• Binding: Hardcover
• ISBN: 160887026X
• Condition: Good

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