One Author's Argument 'In Defense Of Looting'
In her new book, writer Vicky Osterweil argues that looting is a powerful tool to bring about real, lasting change in society.
Books
'The Socrates Express' Takes Readers On A Ride Through Applied Philosophy
Eric Weiner's book is an invitation to experience philosophy, as he explores his relationship to the works of well-known philosophers and shows us how their ideas can help us improve our lives.
Bro, This Is Not The 'Beowulf' You Think You Know
This new translation of the ancient epic poem drags it kicking and screaming into the 21st century, giving us tales of blood, guts and glory told as if over beers in a loud sports bar.
'Finish The Fight' Paints A Different Picture Of Women Who Pushed For A Vote
The 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment offers an opportunity to take a closer look at stories of women of the movement — those we think we already know, and those that have been lost to history.
'Reaganland' Author Revisits The Roots Of American Conservatism
Author Rick Perlstein chronicles the events that propelled Ronald Reagan to the White House in 1980. He says that a certain "viciousness" has always been part of the conservative Republican coalition.
Erin Brockovich Says 'Superman's Not Coming' To Save Our Water Supply
The environmental activist and consumer advocate takes a brutally honest look at how mismanagement, chemical spills, mishandling of toxic waste, and even fake studies have damaged U.S. water systems.
Fraught Relationship Between 'Sisters' Lies At The Heart Of Daisy Johnson's Latest
Johnson's chilly, uneasy novel follows two sisters in the wake of an unnamed "something" that happened. Critic Annalisa Quinn says it's slighter than Johnson's previous work, but genuinely surprising.
New Biography Admires John Lewis' Faith That 'It's All Going To Work Out'
In His Truth Is Marching On, Jon Meacham offers an introduction to one decade in the late congressman's life. The book doesn't quite seek to be more, but this may leave some readers disappointed.
'Hoax' Traces The 'Grotesque Feedback Loop' Between President Trump And Fox News
CNN correspondent Brian Stelter says the president's "cozy" relationship with Fox News is like nothing he's seen before: "In some ways [Trump] wants to be a television producer more than a president."
Ali Smith Brings Her Seasonal Quartet To A Close With 'Summer'
In Ali Smith's new novel, she reveals the overarching connections between the characters and themes of her previous three. Critic Heller McAlpin says connection is the great theme of these works.