Description
Explore a piece of American history with the February 1979 edition of The Saturday Evening Post, featuring the iconic artwork of Norman Rockwell. This magazine encapsulates a unique moment in time, showcasing some of the finest storytelling and artwork of the era. With its historical significance and cultural richness, it serves as a perfect addition to any collector's library or a thoughtful gift for art enthusiasts.
This specific issue is presented without the original label, yet it still maintains its charm and authenticity. The cover art and featured articles inside provide a nostalgic glimpse into American life during the late 1970s. Owning this magazine means possessing a collectible artifact that reflects the values and styles of its time, making it a treasured piece for both display and reading.
- Intriguing Content: Dive into fascinating articles and stunning illustrations that highlight the culture and events of the 1970s.
- Protective Covering: Each magazine comes with a plastic protective covering, ensuring it stays in excellent condition for years to come.
The item being pictured in this listing is the exact item you will receive. We encourage you to check the image carefully to assess the magazine's condition. Whether you're a collector or someone who appreciates vintage publications, this magazine is a great find.
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Don't miss the chance to own this remarkable issue of The Saturday Evening Post, a perfect piece of nostalgia that tells a story through every page.
Note: The content list below is digitally transcribed for searchability. Please refer to the photos for the exact Table of Contents.
Inside This Issue (Full Table of Contents):- A Rockwell Portfolio
- Introduction — Cory SerVaas, M.D.; H. W. Longfellow
- The Day Is Done — John Mack Carter
- Blueberry Pie with Toothbrushes
- A Good Scout — Rockwell, Robert Timberlake, and his Eagle Scout sons
- Letters About the Artist — Gerald R. Ford, Bess Truman, Senators Howard Baker and Robert Byrd, Lillian Carter, Erma Bombeck, Elizabeth Warner
- One Picture — F. X. O’Connor, Jr.
- Another Town — Norman Rockwell is laid to rest in Stockbridge
- The Last Gentle Man — Frederic A. Birmingham
- Artists and Friends — Holly Miller; Rockwell and Mead Schaeffer
- The Four Freedoms — Paintings by Norman Rockwell, with texts by Booth Tarkington, Will Durant, Carlos Bulosan, and Stephen Vincent Benét
- Strokes of Genius — Leyendecker, Bob Howe, Gene Boyer, and Robert Templeton
- I Got Off to a Funny Start — Norman Rockwell, as told to Thomas Rockwell
- A Neighborly Look at the Artist Who Painted America — Helen K. Hawkins
- Stockbridge Becomes a Shrine — Frederic A. Birmingham
- Plus 24 additional miscellaneous Rockwell illustrations
- Stories
- Mr. Lincoln for the Defense — Elisa Bialk
- The Valentine — James Jones
- Articles
- Gestures of Love — Dr. Loy McGinnis
- A Case of the Vapors — Linus Pauling
- General Alexander M. Haig, Jr.: Keeping NATO in Shape — James Flowers; an exclusive interview with the Supreme Commander of Allied Forces in Europe
- Imitation—The Sincerest Form of Flattery — Helena A. Wernle
- Post-age stamps salute their mark on modern design
- Sunday Always Follows Saturday Evening at the Post — Cover artists portray the American churchgoer over the years
- Departments
- Letters to the Editor — C. S. Lewis
- Adventures of the Mind: On Friendship
- Religion: A Message of Faith — Hortense Myers
- Post Scripts
- Medical Mailbox — Cory SerVaas, M.D.
- Editorials
- Food: The Staff of Life — Charlotte Turgeon; Brenda Burrows
- Travel: Frisian Spoken Here