you can not judge a magazine by its cover . thank god . the cover of Harper 's Magazine scream BORING . and it have a really obnoxious flap that drive I nut . but get past the cover , and you be in for a literal treat . it be like reach that rich , syrupy bottom of you italian ice . fill with ton of obscure quick read , and not to mention the Harper 's Index , you will not be disappoint . 5 star for most issue , although some come in at a 3 or 4 . Order a subscription online -- it be much cheaper than buy each issue at a newsstand . ...