You Won’t Believe It! — Top Secret Documents on Communist Organization
Compiled by Capt. John E. Wright
Endorsed by the Committee on Americanism for Ohio and National Sojourners, Inc.
Approx. 1951 • Softcover • 24 pages • Price originally $1.00
Description (for website or catalog use):
A rare Cold War–era anti-Communist pamphlet titled You Won’t Believe It! — a compilation of “Top-Secret Documents” exposing what the editor describes as internal Communist Party manuals, student handbooks, and excerpts from U.S. government hearings on “un-American activities.” The booklet claims to reproduce and interpret portions of The Secret Communist Party Manual on Organizations by J. Peters (a figure also mentioned by Whittaker Chambers in his espionage testimony).
Endorsed by patriotic organizations such as the Committee on Americanism for Ohio and National Sojourners, Inc., this publication reflects the deep fears of Communist infiltration during the early 1950s. It includes striking sections such as “Attention All Workers—Don’t Be a Sucker,” “Socialist School Handbook,” and a stern “Preface” warning of Marxism’s threat to American faith, property, and freedom.
A vivid artifact of McCarthy-era Americanism and anti-Communist propaganda, filled with bold red typography, patriotic appeals, and ideological fervor. Highly collectible among Cold War historians, political ephemera collectors, and those studying the rhetoric of the Red Scare.
Condition Notes (based on your photos):
Light age toning and slight spine wear consistent with age.
Binding intact; no significant staining or tears visible.
Text clean and legible throughout.
Condition grade: Very Good (VG)
