Walker Larson
Author
Prior to 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
The Ceremonies and Significance of a Knight’s Dubbing
The rituals and meaning behind a squire’s transformation into a knight were far more spiritual than most know.
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Revenge of the Dumbphone: Why Minimalist Phones Are Making a Comeback
People are seeking devices that help them unplug, redefining what ‘connected’ really means.
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4 Lesser-Known Empires That Left Their Marks on History
The Hittite, Persian, and Khmer Empires, and the Kingdom of Aksum have made their mark on the world.
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5 Great Battles That Changed the World
Few events can claim to change the course of history overnight. But battles, at least a few of them, certainly did.
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4 Wholesome Family Bands That Keep Folk Music Alive
Family groups like The Hunts and The Petersens remind listeners that the best music begins at home.
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The Experience of Loss in Gerard Manley Hopkins’s ‘Spring and Fall’
A young girl’s sadness over dying leaves and colder weather also applies to human mortality.
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Figment or Reality? 6 Strategies to Evaluate Information Online
Knowing how to assess online sources is no longer optional in this digital era—it’s essential.
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The World’s First Museum of Lost Things
Anyone with an internet connection can ‘visit’ this virtual museum of pilfered artifacts.
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8 Tips for Smooth Traveling With a Toddler
Toddler travel doesn’t have to be stressful, thanks to these strategic hacks and savvy planning tips.
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The Ceremonies and Significance of a Knight’s Dubbing
The rituals and meaning behind a squire’s transformation into a knight were far more spiritual than most know.
|
Revenge of the Dumbphone: Why Minimalist Phones Are Making a Comeback
People are seeking devices that help them unplug, redefining what ‘connected’ really means.
|
4 Lesser-Known Empires That Left Their Marks on History
The Hittite, Persian, and Khmer Empires, and the Kingdom of Aksum have made their mark on the world.
|
5 Great Battles That Changed the World
Few events can claim to change the course of history overnight. But battles, at least a few of them, certainly did.
|
4 Wholesome Family Bands That Keep Folk Music Alive
Family groups like The Hunts and The Petersens remind listeners that the best music begins at home.
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The Experience of Loss in Gerard Manley Hopkins’s ‘Spring and Fall’
A young girl’s sadness over dying leaves and colder weather also applies to human mortality.
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Figment or Reality? 6 Strategies to Evaluate Information Online
Knowing how to assess online sources is no longer optional in this digital era—it’s essential.
|
The World’s First Museum of Lost Things
Anyone with an internet connection can ‘visit’ this virtual museum of pilfered artifacts.
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8 Tips for Smooth Traveling With a Toddler
Toddler travel doesn’t have to be stressful, thanks to these strategic hacks and savvy planning tips.
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