For just over £6 ($7?) I bought a copy of The Green Shiver a "vest pocket book" given away by D. C. Thomson with Adventure comic in the early 1930s. This is no. 9. I missed out on a copy about three years ago as someone was putting in ridiculous bids. Despite what Ebay sellers are telling you these old British comics are not "solid gold investments" or worth paying a small fortune for.
Some people believe that these are mini comics because certain "experts" have called them that. They are not.
The book measures 2.75 x 2.75 inches so is tiny. And here is what is inside -a text story that with my spectacles is readable but, considering the age of the book it is in immaculate condition.
And to show just how old the joke of someone put in a cannibal boiling pot taking the opportunity to have a bath....
The question has to be was it worth buying? Well, if you are an archivist and also into comics and want to see as wide a range of pre-war comic/boy's papers and associated items -yes. Will I read the story? One day when I have the time and don't mind straining the eyes I will!
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