Read about the resurgence of classic TV shows, the writer behind Nancy Drew, an interview with Danny DeVito, recipes, health advice, and much much more.
FEATURES
Post Perspective: The Great Recession, a 10-Year Look Back
Middle Class Meltdown
By M.H. Miller
How one family lost out in their pursuit of the American Dream,
The Company That Nearly Bankrupted America
By Troy Brownfield
The 2008 collapse of Lehman Brothers affects us to this day,
Going to Extremes
By Troy Brownfield
Tracing the roots of today’s political divide
COVER STORY
Secrets of the Ice
By Diane Selkirk
Reading Earth’s history in its glaciers
The Hidden Kennedy Powerhouse
By Eileen McNamara
Eunice Kennedy Shriver led a civil rights revolution
FICTION
Mount to the Sky
By MichaeL Caleb Tasker
2019 Great American Fiction Contest winner
Meet the winner
DEPARTMENTS
From the Editor: Tales of the Great Recession
The Argument: Americans shouldn’t distrust reporters
American Pop: The Amazon effect
Lighter Side: This year, I gave my wife the best gift ever
In My Life: Facing up to a facelift
Post-Its: Plants that float in the air; apps for pet owners; hot cider recipes; 3 questions for John C. Reilly; and more
Your Health: Hugs that heal; nondrug sleep remedies; weight-loss tips; and more
Healthy Eating: Delicious make-ahead breakfast ideas
Everyday Heroes: Safe harbor for vulnerable women
Canine Companions: Dog’s best friend
Backstory: Ketchup, a history
The Vault: Gems from our archive — Dean Martin’s party-hard image; America’s greatest quake; Rockwell; more
