美国评选出40年间最佳杂志封面，杂志封面确实非常精彩，在《杂志封面》一文里曾经说过杂志封面是杂志观点的视觉表达，而同时呈现40个重量级杂志的优秀封面，就像文化的历史拼贴马赛克，或者说是“文化的蒙太奇”：
> “This diverse and surprising spectrum of covers is a fascinating cultural montage, and beyond that, points to the role that magazines play in shaping our culture and telling our history,” said Whitaker. “From newer magazines, such as Budget Living and Details, to venerable titles such as Vanity Fair and The New Yorker, these images reflect and shape decisive moments in American society – revolutions in design, technology and landmark geo-political events.” (via: magazine.org)