Classics Illustrated No. 56 — The Toilers of the Sea (Victor Hugo, Gilberton, 1949)
An early Classics Illustrated release, this issue adapts Victor Hugo’s maritime masterpiece The Toilers of the Sea. Illustrated in full color, it captures Hugo’s dramatic tale of courage, isolation, and human endurance against nature. Featuring the iconic 15¢ yellow-banner cover and the memorable octopus illustration, this edition remains one of the more collectible mid-century issues.
Highly regarded among collectors for its bold artwork and literary significance.
Details:
- Material: paper / pulp comic stock
- Hardware: stapled binding
- Features: full-color interior artwork, illustrated adaptation of Victor Hugo’s novel
- Dimensions: 7" x 10"
- Condition: mild age toning, minor edge wear, small crease visible lower left corner; overall good vintage condition
Available at KW Consignment Inc., Waterloo, Ontario.
HS Code: 4901.99.00
Country of Origin: United States