A classic that speaks to our times
A classic Hungarian novel of the early twentieth century provided an unexpected pleasure in May of 2026.
All posts filed under: The Times We Live In
Addressing the challenges of our polarized times
When our refuge is shattered
Nathaniel Popkin talks with me about his new novel and age-old divisions that remain with us today.
The purple iris and the revolutionary nature of flowers
My first iris of the season reminded me of he power of happiness, cooperation, collaboration, beauty.
The job of God is already taken
Thoughts from writers and songs from musicians to help us move forward in a year of turmoil.
Playing for joy
The World Baseball Classic reminded us of what it means to play for joy.
A Saturday grab bag: The Ides of March edition
Links to stories from a few writers I follow who have important things to say.
The narrative of America
A new book by Walter Isaacson considers one of the most famous sentences in American history.
Illuminating the past in light of the present
Eric Foner’s new book of essays reminds us that history remains visible today.
Citizenship (Revisited)
An old piece that is a reminder to “Love the neighbor you like and the neighbor you don’t like.”
Walking as a subversive act
My chat with Ann de Forest―editor of “Ways of Walking”―celebrating movement at a human pace.
MORE TO COME... 