First issue of Japanese propaganda magazine Manchuria

Manchuria: Fortnightly Publication of The Manchuria Daily News. Special Far East Number. Vol. 1, No. 1 [Wednesday, July 1, 1936]. Dairen [Dalian], Manchuria: The Manchuria Daily News, 1936. 4to (c. 31 × 23 cm), pictorial wrappers printed in green, black, and yellow; [pp. unnumbered]. Striking chromolithographic cover illustration of the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, Temple of Heaven, Beijing, by an uncredited artist; Japanese and English text on front wrapper. Illustrated throughout with b/w halftone photographs, maps, and advertisements promoting Manchukuo’s industry, culture, and infrastructure. First issue of this short-lived English-language propaganda periodical produced under Japanese administration in Manchuria, aimed at foreign residents, diplomats, and business interests. The Special Far East Number contains articles on regional development, transport links, trade statistics, and cultural heritage, alongside commercial advertising from Japanese and Manchurian firms. Good condition some tearsbut no loss to spine, slightly bent lower right; Inv. Bx1