Oz Magazine – Issue 44 (November 1972), an original copy of one of the most iconic and controversial counterculture publications of the late 60s–early 70s. Oz was known for its radical politics, psychedelic art, satirical writing, and willingness to challenge censorship. Because of its short print runs and turbulent history, surviving issues are now highly collectible.
This issue features a striking expressionist / psychedelic cover illustration in vivid yellows, blues and oranges, typical of Oz’s bold visual identity. The artwork is a stylised drawing of a human figure rendered with intense colour strokes and exaggerated emotional expression — a hallmark of early 70s underground art. The dramatic abstract shading and hand‑drawn texture give the cover strong visual impact.
Cover text includes:
Virgin
Sperm Dance
Kamikaze Kids (FROM Pearl Harbour to Tel Aviv)
Hot Rats
Love It To Death (Moonlight, Red Roses and … )
Bummer of '72 (Loathing and Fearing in Amsterdam and London)
McGovernment!
Menstruation (Red Sails in the Sunset)
Top-right corner: printed price 25p and stock label 1520.Bottom‑right handwritten annotation: “1972”.
This issue covers a wide range of topics including:
global political tensions and anti‑establishment analysis
satirical essays and experimental writing
underground art and music influences
gender, identity, and counterculture commentary
travel diaries from within the alternative movement
social critique associated with early 70s youth culture
As the publication neared its final years (Oz closed in 1973), issues like No. 44 are especially sought after due to their bold editorial stance and limited surviving copies.
Condition (from the photo):
Light edge wear, minor wrinkling near bottom (from protective sleeve)
Spine shows typical vintage stress lines but remains intact
Colours are strong and vivid with no major fading
No obvious tears or missing areas visibleA clean, display‑worthy copy with normal age‑related wear.
This is the exact copy shown and will be shipped with secure, reinforced packaging.
Oz Magazine Issue 44 (1972)
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