Stories of amazing photographs, American Girl dolls, objects that made America, the guitar as an American icon, and more in today's link roundup.
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The story behind Dorothea Lange's iconic Migrant Mother photograph and how she almost didn't take it.
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Tracing the history of an American icon which is also a work of art: C. F. Martin Guitars.
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The Smithsonian has selected 101 Objects that made America. Which ones would make your list?
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American Girl dolls are changing and it's not for the better.
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This photograph may not look like much. It was taken in the South Pacific in the early days of World War II.
The photo was the result of a team effort of nine men. It is arguably the most decorated photograph in history. Read the fascinating story here.
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Aaron Armstrong has an excellent review of John Piper's new book on Calvinism. It looks like a great read.
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Amazon to start delivering packages on Sundays utilizing the U. S. Postal Service. Could this help the Post Office make its way back to solvency?
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