Brenda Starr Reporter #1: Brenda Starr, Reporter (Dell Publishing Co.)

Dale Messick's comic strip Brenda Starr debuted on June 30, 1940. It was an unusual blend of such diverse elements as soap opera, adventure, mystery, fantasy and even science fiction. Dale Messick was one of the first successful women cartoonists in the world. Brenda Starr was named after a debutante from the 1930s and her appearance was based on actress Rita Hayworth. You can enjoy again - or for the first time Brenda Starr #1 with this public domain reprint from UP History and Hobby. Check out the full line - new titles every week! The comic reprints from UP History and Hobby are reproduced from actual classic comics, and sometimes reflect the imperfection of books that are decades old. These books are constantly updated with the best version available - if you are EVER unhappy with the experience or quality of a book, return the book to us to exchange for another title or the upgrade as new files become available.