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‘Caleb’s Crossing’ and the lure of language

Today marks the publication date for Caleb’s Crossing by Geraldine Brooks, the subject of our May cover story. Telling the tale of an early part of American history, the book follows a young Native American boy who becomes a Harvard graduate—in … Continue reading

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Trailer Tuesday: ‘The Pun Also Rises’

I know I posted a trailer (for the movie of The Help) just a couple hours ago, but since today is Trailer Tuesday, why not post two? This trailer for John Pollack’s The Pun Also Rises is seriously cracking me … Continue reading

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How to pick a good book (read this one!)

I always look forward to Stanley Fish‘s columns on the New York Times’ website because they are thoughtfully constructed, interesting and usually a voice of reason. So I was thrilled when I found out that Fish had written a book … Continue reading

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Feeling French on Bastille Day?

As a Francophile who welcomes any excuse for a summertime celebration, le quatorze juillet is one of my favorite holidays. To commemorate the French fete nationale, pour a kir or other apèro and sit down with one of these reading … Continue reading

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