The narrative of America
A new book by Walter Isaacson considers one of the most famous sentences in American history.
All posts tagged: Monday Musings
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.”
There would be neither slaves nor masters
Allen Guelzo’s intimate study of Abraham Lincoln’s powerful vision of democracy.
Read when you’re happy, when you’re anxious, and in the moments in between
Ways to get closer to books.
America remains a work-in-progress
America is an idea founded on ideals of equality and freedom. Democracy always requires our work.
Oh, the places we’ve seen!
In 2025 we were certainly “off to great places.” Here’s a recap, with a hat tip to a children’s classic.
The stuff of life
A beautiful novel reminds us that “Words, especially those written, are immortal.”
Readers’ choice: The best of the 2025 MTC newsletter
Presenting the top MTC posts for 2025, based on reader views.
What our books reveal about us
Seeing myself in the books I chose to read in 2025.
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