American Exceptionalism Explained in ‘Founder’s Fire’
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American Exceptionalism Explained in ‘Founder’s Fire’

Arthur Herman makes the case for America’s great success.

Summer 2026 Children’s Books That Cover America
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Summer 2026 Children’s Books That Cover America

This summer’s reading list brings road trips and epic adventures.

From Machiavelli to Nietzsche: A Study in Modern Political Philosophy
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From Machiavelli to Nietzsche: A Study in Modern Political Philosophy

Harvey Mansfield’s ‘The Rise and Fall of Rational Control’ thoroughly demonstrates how brilliant thinkers have advanced and degraded human freedom.

‘The Two Greatest Novels Ever Written’: Philosophy Through Fiction
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‘The Two Greatest Novels Ever Written’: Philosophy Through Fiction

Philosophy professor Peter Kreeft introduces great ideas with an easy-to-read analysis of two classic novels.

Colonists to Cold Warriors: The 10 Best Books on US History
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Colonists to Cold Warriors: The 10 Best Books on US History

Covering most of America’s history, here are 10 single-volume books discussing the most important eras in US history.

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American Exceptionalism Explained in ‘Founder’s Fire’

American Exceptionalism Explained in ‘Founder’s Fire’

Arthur Herman makes the case for America’s great success.

Adding by Subtracting: ‘Essentialism’ in the ‘Disciplined Pursuit of Less’ by Greg McKeown

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.

‘You With the Sad Eyes’: Christina Applegate’s Courage Shines Through

‘You With the Sad Eyes’: Christina Applegate’s Courage Shines Through

In an intimate memoir, the television actress recounts how she dealt with personal trials.

Over 60 Years of Bringing Readers Closer to the Ancient Greek Tragedians

Over 60 Years of Bringing Readers Closer to the Ancient Greek Tragedians

In this installment of ‘The Reissue,’ a look at the University of Chicago Press’ labor of love for the works of Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides.

‘Waiting Isn’t a Waste’ Encourages, Teaches, Inspires

‘Waiting Isn’t a Waste’ Encourages, Teaches, Inspires

Faith, perseverance, appreciation, and so much more can be strengthened during the dreaded, unavoidable activity of waiting.