Smithsonian Magazine review: Magazine subscription

I subscribed in mid november to the magazine. It was on offer for 1 year at 80% discount. It was us$19,91. I have received a tote bag about 10 days ago. I have not received any magazine. My account shows that there are 10 copies

Left on my ": subscription". My bank account was charged with nz$ 77., which was never authorised by me. Nor would I have ever agreed to pay this.

The product presented as one of quality and on the face of it in keeping with

An organisation I had held in some respect. I did no due diligence, though I now know that perhaps I should have.

I am appalled that this prima facie respectable institution, should stoop to such

Unscrupulous conduct. It reflects badly on the usa, and would not happen in new zealand.

I would be grateful for your assistance in recovering my funds, and you could perhaps warn other unsuspecting subscribers to be careful to get written

Confirmation of the actual cost, of a misleading advert.

The account number is [protected]