History is under construction
In “History Myths Exploded” the authors look at the critical difference between history and heritage.
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Memory, representation, and reconciliation
Viet Thanh Nguyen writes on the creation of just and ethical memories by remembering others as well as our own.
Resilience through the centuries
Phong Nguyen’s new novel is based on a true story of women’s strength in support of culture and country.
The books I read in August 2022
Each month I have a goal of reading five books. Here’s my list from August 2022.
Words to chew on
A fun look at the history of food-related words and phrases. Bon appetit!
The cyclical nature of life and time
The first day of school reminds us that we are not bound by the time between our birthdays and last days.
A right, not a privilege
Carol Anderson’s important work on the lengths those who fear democracy will go to disrupt it.
A timeless meditation on grief and music
James Runcie on what it must have been like to sing, play, and hear Bach’s music for the very first time.
Declassifying my online newsletters (with an update)
Online newsletters are an excellent way to cut out the “corporate” in the media we consume.
An unparalleled chronicler of the American spirit
David McCullough, who passed away recently, believed history is an antidote to self-pity and self-importance.
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