Dolls in the House I was disappointed to read in Neil Swidey's May 10 article ("All Dolled Up") that Mattel's takeover of the American Girl franchise has meant the phasing out of the doll line's substantial historical component. I long ago realized the futility of attempts to redirect my 8-year-old daughter's passions. I'm no historian, but I have to admit ... (Full article: 1360 words)
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