This original edition of Rolling Stone magazine from September 14 1972 features a definitive cover story on Three Dog Night capturing the band at the height of their commercial dominance during the early seventies counterculture era. Issue number 117 provides an in depth look at the groups massive success comparing their cultural impact to contemporary giants like the Rolling Stones and Creedence Clearwater Revival.

Beyond the central music coverage this publication includes a fascinating report on law enforcement titled Copcraze in LA and a compelling piece from the gallows alongside a significant interview with David Brinkley. The content further explores the vibrant live music scene of the period with festival reports from London and Long Island making this a vital archival piece for historians of rock journalism and collectors of vintage music ephemera.