This vibrant December 1981 Gala Christmas Issue of the definitive lifestyle periodical marks a high point in early eighties editorial culture featuring a captivating cover and pictorial of the versatile stage and screen star Bernadette Peters. Captured in the era signature glamorous aesthetic Peters appears in a spread that emphasizes the sophisticated lingerie that dreams are made of showcasing her timeless appeal during a peak period of her celebrated career.

Beyond its visual allure the volume serves as a significant journalistic artifact of the twentieth century containing a profound investigative piece by James Baldwin regarding the chilling Atlanta murders which offers a critical look at the social and racial landscape of the time. The literary depth continues with an exclusive interview featuring the legendary Hollywood icon Henry Fonda and the candid confessions of the notorious cocaine cowboy known as Hollywood Henderson.

This edition also boasts a remarkable roster of contributors including fiction from Joyce Carol Oates and Bruce Jay Friedman along with creative input from the multifaceted Shel Silverstein and economist John Kenneth Galbraith. Collectors will find additional cultural value in Peter Beard and Cheryl Tiegs contributions alongside seasonal features such as Mr Bills Christmas and a look at the sex stars of the year. This artifact reflects a unique moment where high art social commentary and mainstream entertainment converged in a single influential publication.

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