JIM FLORA July 1952 CODA MAGAZINE COLUMBIA LP Records Catalog Don Juan in Hell

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Author: Columbia Records, JIM FLORA, The First Drama Quartette, Agnes Moorehead, Cedric Hardwicke, Charles Boyer, Charles Laughton

Book Title: July 1952 CODA MAGAZINE COLUMBIA LP Records Reviews Catalog

Language: English

Topic: Artists, Classical Music, Collectibles, Comedies, Cult Movies, Cultural History, Documentaries, Dramas, Entertainment, Historic Figures, Hobbies, Music, Musical Instruments, Musicals, Performing Arts, Pop Music, Popular Culture, Popular Media, Satire, Screenplays, Script/Play, Soundtracks, Television, Theater, Art & Culture

Format: Chapbook/Pamphlet

Publisher: Columbia Records

Genre: Antiquarian & Collectible, Art & Culture, Business, Economics & Industry, Film/TV Adaptation, History, Leisure, Hobbies & Lifestyle, Music

Publication Year: 1952

Narrative Type: Nonfiction