Fortune Magazine April 1952 Business Selling Theme + Grace Line Cruise Ad

Vintage Fortune Magazine – April 1952 edition. This issue is the first in a special series on selling, covering topics like Why People Buy, Direct Mail, and Retailing Troubles. A must-have for collectors of mid-century business, advertising, and design history. 📰 Highlights Include: “Why People Buy” – major marketing feature “Salesmen’s Compensation” & “Retailing Troubles” “Distribution Strategy” & “Direct Mail” Grace Line full-color cruise ad on back cover (ideal for framing!) Vintage ads from GE, Monsanto, Pratt & Whitney, Edison TeleVoicewriter, Barrett, and more Eye-catching mid-century modern cover layout 📘 Condition: Moderate wear along spine and edges Small stains and some corner creasing No writing or torn pages noted Inside pages intact, full issue complete Light wave near binding from age Excellent for: Vintage ad collectors Marketing history buffs Mid-century interior styling Ephemera and business memorabilia enthusiasts