Civil Rights Magazine Appraisal

Special Report: The Ku Klux Klan History of Racism and Violence Magazine

This item is a vintage magazine or special report with the title 'SPECIAL REPORT' prominently displayed in red, sans-serif font at the top. The main subject, 'The Ku Klux Klan History of Racism and Violence,' is also in red font below. The cover features a stark, black and white image of an individual wearing a white, hooded KKK robe with cut-out eye holes, creating a menacing and anonymous visual. Below the main title and imagery, in the lower right corner, there appears to be a red and white emblem or symbol, partially obscured but resembling a pointed hood within a circle, often associated with the Ku Klux Klan. The magazine appears to be constructed from standard paper stock, likely a glossy or semi-gloss finish for the cover, typical of periodicals from the mid to late 20th century. Visible condition issues include significant wear and tear, especially around the edges and corners. The bottom right corner is notably damaged, exhibiting creasing and possibly a small tear. The spine also shows signs of creasing and bending, indicating frequent handling or storage in less-than-ideal conditions. There are surface scuffs and areas where the print may be slightly faded or chipped. A white sticker with black text, possibly a library or cataloging label ('822.42 T654K' is partially visible), is affixed to the lower left quadrant of the cover. This suggests the item may have been part of a collection or library. The overall aesthetic points to an item from the 1960s to 1980s, a period when such 'special reports' were common. The grim subject matter and explicit imagery make it a historical artifact documenting social issues and extremist groups.