Mammoth Adventure, May 1947

About this issue

This issue features adventure and mystery stories alongside practical nonfiction. The cover story, "The Loot of Babylon" by Richard S. Shaver, presents a historical narrative set in ancient Babylon, emphasizing dramatic sword combat and vivid recreation of the ancient world. Other fiction includes "Primed to Kill" by Phillip Sharp, set in the North Country with radio-technology elements; "Tall, Dark and Ugly" by Lester Barclay, a crime story exploring marijuana trafficking and street slang; "The Fragrant Vagrant" by Berkeley Livingston, combining political intrigue and action; "Bet or Get Out" by Leonard Finley Hilts, a Mississippi riverboat adventure featuring steamboat captains and river gambling; and "The Substitute Sword" by Alexander Blade, a story built around unconventional sword-fighting technique. The contents list identifies numerous shorter pieces on treasure, maritime adventures, and nature topics by contributors including Pete Boggs, Alice Richards, and others. The issue also includes International Correspondence Schools vocational training advertisements and beauty product marketing.