Playboy Magazine March 2013
Playboy is an American men's magazine, established in Chicago in 1953 by Hugh Hefner and his associates, with initial funding from a loan from Hefner's mother. The magazine features photographs of nude women alongside journalism and fiction, and has evolved into Playboy Enterprises, Inc., recognized globally across various media. Playboy publishes special nation-specific editions worldwide and has a history of showcasing short stories by renowned authors, including Arthur C. Clarke, Ian Fleming, and Margaret Atwood. It also displays full-page color cartoons from notable cartoonists such as Shel Silverstein and Jules Feiffer. The magazine includes monthly interviews with prominent figures across diverse fields, reflecting a generally liberal editorial stance.
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