Classics Illustrated #70 – The Pilot by James Fenimore Cooper (1949, Gilberton)

Classics Illustrated #70 – The Pilot by James Fenimore Cooper (1949, Gilberton)

From the high seas of literature to the colorful pages of Classics Illustrated, James Fenimore Cooper’s The Pilot sails into action in this vintage adaptation. A naval drama of courage, cunning, and adventure, faithfully retold with classic Golden Age comic art.

Details:

• Publisher: Gilberton Company, Inc.

• Series: Classics Illustrated

• Issue: #70

• Year: 1949 (first printing)

• Cover Price: 15¢

• Story Adaptation: The Pilot by James Fenimore Cooper

Condition:
PR/FR – significant cover wear, creasing, corner and edge tears, spine wear, and color breaks. Pages are complete and readable. Presents as a true “survivor” from the Golden Age—perfect for readers or collectors who value authenticity over perfection.

Collector’s Note:
Classics Illustrated issues remain a beloved crossover between literature and comics, with many readers remembering them as their first exposure to the classics. This early issue has seen the storms of time but still holds its place in comic history.

Condition:
Raw/ungraded copy. Shows heavy wear typical for its age, as seen in the photo.

Shipping:
Ships bagged and boarded with tracking.