July/August 1977 Special 250th Anniversary Issue of The Saturday Evening Post.

July/August 1977 Special 250th Anniversary Issue of The Saturday Evening Post. Founded in 1728 by Benjamin Franklin, The Saturday Evening Post has long been a staple of American culture, featuring stories, essays, artwork, and notable articles. This special edition celebrates 250 years of publication, highlighting a “quarter millennium of Post greats,” with mentions of figures such as Mark Twain, Walt Disney, Agatha Christie, Edgar Allan Poe, and more. The cover features an illustration by Norman Rockwell, one of the most iconic artists associated with the magazine, and the issue includes a pullout portfolio of Rockwell's famous covers.

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• Founded by Benjamin Franklin, The Saturday Evening Post became a platform for famous writers and artists, including Norman Rockwell, whose work graces this cover.
• This special edition marks the 250th anniversary, featuring retrospectives on historical figures and cultural icons.
• The issue includes a pullout portfolio of Norman Rockwell covers, making it particularly desirable for collectors of Rockwell's artwork.