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
The Power of Small Rituals at the Heart of Human Life
The smallest repeated actions can become powerful anchors to the past and present.
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The Case for Quiet Time in an Overstimulated World
Silence has become a rare resource, but studies show that it’s essential for creativity, focus, and well-being.
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How the Irish Helped Win the American Revolutionary War
Fueled by centuries of oppression, Irish immigrants formed the core of George Washington’s forces and helped win American liberty.
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Why Grandparents Matter More Than Ever
A growing body of research suggests that living near grandparents can have lasting benefits for parents, children, and family life as a whole.
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Adding by Subtracting: ‘Essentialism’ in the ‘Disciplined Pursuit of Less’ by Greg McKeown
‘Less is more’ is not just a mantra but a way to live a meaningful life.
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The Remarkable Friendship Between C.S. Lewis and This Italian Saint
An Oxford academic, an Italian priest, and the brilliant Latin letters that united them.
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A Review of a New Serialized ‘Odyssey’ Audiobook
Why a human-led production shows we don’t need AI-narrated classics.
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The ‘Odyssey’ and AI: The Artistic and Practical Costs of AI-Narrated Audiobooks
A new AI-generated audiobook alters the traditional landscape of artistic storytelling.
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Samuel Coleridge’s ‘The Rime of the Ancient Mariner’
A close look into the structure and allegories of this famous ballad leads one to ponder sin and redemption.
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