Like the rays from a center diamond in a cluster of magnificent jewels, the annual Midwinter Number of the Los Angeles Times reaches forth across the continent, attracting thousands of readers to “the garden spot of the world.”

Sordid collection of tatty top-shelf tabloids. Similar in style to House & Garden, or Field and Stream.

The history of L.A.’s most famous topless bar. Also, Jim Morrison’s favorite place to drink.

It was said that by the late 1950s, there was no specific Los Angeles city magazine. Let’s look into that.

From the days of KRLA, KMET and the CIA, the Troubadour and the Whisky, Cinematheque-16 and psychedelic coffee shops along Fairfax Avenue.

I've been working relentlessly to bring you additional print goodness. And this collection includes a walloping dose of BAM Magazine. And closer to home are two notable publications from Hollywood - LA Rock Review and Rock City News.

From the heart of the East Village, a look back through New York's legendary weekly.

Extensive archive of printed materials exploring the history and culture of Southern California.

Over 250 gorgeous covers are presented here as well as a ridiculous amount of articles and vintage advertising.

More Southern California history with the Los Angeles Times' other Sunday companion, West. Feast your eyes on the covers and stick around for the trip back to Montgomery Ward.

Published by “The Chief”, a superlative array of Sunday morning satisfaction.