Classic Covers: Work Break
Yes, friends, we discovered many Post covers showing folks taking a well-deserved (well, in some cases) break from work. If you’re one of the unfortunate More
About: Diana Denny
Diana Denny received a Bachelor of Arts degree in History from long enough ago to qualify as a historical document itself. She has spent many hours in what is a playground for history buffs, The Saturday Evening Post archives.
Posts by Diana Denny:
Norman Rockwell’s “Rookie”: The Role of a Lifetime
The young man who portrays the rookie in Norman Rockwell’s famous painting recalls how he was discovered. More
Early Rockwell Models
Norman Rockwell did Post covers from 1916 to 1963 — a remarkable 47 years. Who were the folks on his first generation of covers? More
The Homecoming
To create authenticity for the painting Christmas Homecoming, Norman Rockwell used family members, colleagues, and good friends as models. More
The Rookie
Sherman “Scotty” Safford—who posed as the up-and-coming pitcher for the Red Sox—shares the story of being discovered by Norman Rockwell. More
Cartoons: Say What?
A slip of the tongue, drowning in jargon, unpronounceable names. Expressing yourself is not always easy. More
Cartoons: The Great Outdoors
Whether camping, bird watching, or hunting—you never know what Mother Nature has in store. More
Cartoons: School Daze
It’s time to stock up on notebooks and pencils, and brush up on those excuses. The hallowed halls of learning await. More
Cartoons: Hot Stuff
Boating, cookouts, and keeping cool any way you can ... it must be August. More
Cartoons: Check … Please!!!
Feel as though you spend an eternity waiting on waiters? Have patience—it’s not a fun job. More
Cartoons: Medical Mayhem
Dreading your next visit to the doctor? Take a dose of our favorite prescription: laughter. More
Cartoons: Foot-in-Mouth Epidemic
Some people never learn to think before they speak. More
Cartoons: Beachcombers
Surfers, sandcastles, and sexy bikinis—no wonder someone once said, “the two most beautiful words are Summer Afternoon.” More
Cartoons: Summertime, and the Living is Easy
Cookouts, lawn care, and scantily-clad neighbors—welcome to warm weather. More
Reader Shares Rockwell Letters from 1977
As the artist lay ill, he listened to a letter that brought him to tears. Post reader Margery Manville shares that letter and its touching More
Little-Known Facts About the Civil War
Did you know Lincoln wanted Robert E. Lee to command the Union Army? Or that more than 10,000 Native Americans fought in the war? Plus More
Archive Director Jeff Nilsson shines a contemporary light on our centuries-old archive. Visit our history page for his latest discovery. 
Art and illustration critic David Apatoff takes a closer look at the men and women who created many of the Post’s most memorable covers. He also reviews other well-regarded illustrators and shares stunning but rarely seen sketches and paintings. 
Internationally acclaimed cardiologist Douglas Zipes provides his expert commentary on the latest in health and medicine, including the updates on medical breakthroughs, study results, and advice on healthy living. 
Steve Weisman is one of the country’s leading experts in cybersecurity and identity theft. His column keeps you up to date on the latest scams and offers recommendations on protecting yourself from digital criminals. 
Gay Haubner shares her warm and wild memories of growing up in Duluth, Minnesota in the 1960s. Her hilarious and poignant exploits will have you eagerly awaiting each weekly chapter. 
