The scene is London; the year, 1941. Ludwig Wittgenstein, likely the greatest philosopher of the twentieth century, has taken a hiatus from his Cambridge professorship to do…… Read more “The Philosopher and the Detectives: Ludwig Wittgenstein’s Enduring Passion for Hardboiled Fiction | CrimeReads”
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The Best History Books of 2020 | Five Books Expert Recommendations
If you’re looking for the best history books published this past year, the annual Wolfson History Prize is a great place to start. Each year, the judges…… Read more “The Best History Books of 2020 | Five Books Expert Recommendations”
The Best Historical Fiction: the 2020 Walter Scott Prize Shortlist
The best historical novels: Katharine Grant, chair of the judges for the Walter Scott Prize for historical fiction, talks us through the 2020 shortlist. — Read on…… Read more “The Best Historical Fiction: the 2020 Walter Scott Prize Shortlist”
The Best Leadership Books | Five Books Expert Recommendations
The best books on leadership (from the ancient world), as recommended by Jeffrey Beneker, Professor of Classics at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. — Read on fivebooks.com/best-books/leadership-jeffrey-beneker/
Nine books that make you think about a woman’s role in society [reading list] | OUPblog
Every year in March we celebrate Women’s History Month, a perfect time to be inspired by the triumphs of real-life heroes. Let us not forget the path…… Read more “Nine books that make you think about a woman’s role in society [reading list] | OUPblog”
15 New Books for Your Winter Mood – Electric Literature
Winter is in full swing in the northern hemisphere, which means cold and dark abounds (we’re on the other side of it, though! It’s going to be…… Read more “15 New Books for Your Winter Mood – Electric Literature”
5 Sci-Fi and Fantasy Books to Watch For in March | Book Marks
Featuring N. K. Jemisin, Hilary Leichter, Sarah Perry, and more — Read on bookmarks.reviews/5-sci-fi-and-fantasy-books-to-watch-for-in-march/
My Name Is Lucy Barton – Bookshop
Lucy Barton is recovering slowly from what should have been a simple operation. Her mother, to whom she hasn’t spoken for many years, comes to see her.…… Read more “My Name Is Lucy Barton – Bookshop”
Fresh Voices in Nature Writing | Five Books Expert Recommendations
Writing about nature and landscape need not be stuffy or traditionalist. Jessica J Lee, editor of The Willowherb Review—a literary journal dedicated to diversity in nature writing—recommends…… Read more “Fresh Voices in Nature Writing | Five Books Expert Recommendations”
13 New Books to Watch For in March – The New York Times
The latest from James McBride and Hilary Mantel, a follow-up to “Capital in the Twenty-First Century,” a timely call to abolish the Electoral College and more. —…… Read more “13 New Books to Watch For in March – The New York Times”