Walker Larson
Author
Before becoming a freelance journalist and culture writer, Walker Larson taught literature and history at a private academy in Wisconsin, where he resides with his wife and daughter. He holds a master’s in English literature and language, and his writing has appeared in The Hemingway Review, Intellectual Takeout, and his Substack, The Hazelnut. He is also the author of two novels, “Hologram” and “Song of Spheres.”
LATEST
New Study: Medieval Farmers Worked With Nature, Not Against It
Medieval farmers practiced techniques that balanced productivity with ecological health.
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Leo Tolstoy’s Daily Routine
Tolstoy’s early attempts at rigid self-discipline settled into daily rhythms that supported the creation of his greatest literary works.
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Crucial Lessons From Ancient Rome: The Corruption of Family and Society
The collapse of the family structures during the late Roman empire left the society vulnerable.
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Tackling Difficult and Daunting Tasks: 5 Tips to Get Started
Practical, psychology-backed strategies make overwhelming jobs feel smaller, lighter, and possible to achieve.
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A Parenting Secret Weapon: The 30-Minute-Per-Day Rule
Quality time spent together shapes a child more than any material investment ever could.
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What We Gain From Disappointment
According to psychologists, philosophers, and poets, setbacks can strengthen character and invite growth.
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Rare Books Bring Literature and History to Life at New York’s Annual Winter Show
A rare-book dealer’s Winter Show display highlights exploration, climate science, Dante Gabriel Rossetti and C. S. Lewis—and why physical books still matter.
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5 Productivity Tips and Tools for the Self-Employed
Without external structure, self-employed workers must create their own systems to stay focused and productive.
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Conquering Hills: The Incredible Story of Navy SEAL and Paralympic Champion Dan Cnossen
Through discipline and perseverance, an injured Navy SEAL turned his life’s darkest moment into a story of victory.
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‘Tears, Idle Tears’: Tennyson and the Bittersweetness of Nostalgia
A shapeless yet powerful grief overwhelms Alfred, Lord Tennyson in this poignant and imagery-rich poem.
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New Study: Medieval Farmers Worked With Nature, Not Against It
Medieval farmers practiced techniques that balanced productivity with ecological health.
|
Leo Tolstoy’s Daily Routine
Tolstoy’s early attempts at rigid self-discipline settled into daily rhythms that supported the creation of his greatest literary works.
|
Crucial Lessons From Ancient Rome: The Corruption of Family and Society
The collapse of the family structures during the late Roman empire left the society vulnerable.
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Tackling Difficult and Daunting Tasks: 5 Tips to Get Started
Practical, psychology-backed strategies make overwhelming jobs feel smaller, lighter, and possible to achieve.
|
A Parenting Secret Weapon: The 30-Minute-Per-Day Rule
Quality time spent together shapes a child more than any material investment ever could.
|
What We Gain From Disappointment
According to psychologists, philosophers, and poets, setbacks can strengthen character and invite growth.
|
Rare Books Bring Literature and History to Life at New York’s Annual Winter Show
A rare-book dealer’s Winter Show display highlights exploration, climate science, Dante Gabriel Rossetti and C. S. Lewis—and why physical books still matter.
|
5 Productivity Tips and Tools for the Self-Employed
Without external structure, self-employed workers must create their own systems to stay focused and productive.
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Conquering Hills: The Incredible Story of Navy SEAL and Paralympic Champion Dan Cnossen
Through discipline and perseverance, an injured Navy SEAL turned his life’s darkest moment into a story of victory.
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‘Tears, Idle Tears’: Tennyson and the Bittersweetness of Nostalgia
A shapeless yet powerful grief overwhelms Alfred, Lord Tennyson in this poignant and imagery-rich poem.
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