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'War and Punishment' chronicles the history of Russian oppression of Ukraine
Publicat: 21.08.2023 -
Two books reflect on the highs and lows of adolescence
Publicat: 18.08.2023 -
Terrance Hayes' poems span history, fables and quarantine in 'So to Speak'
Publicat: 17.08.2023 -
'Good Fortune' reimagines 'Pride and Prejudice' in early 2000s Chinatown
Publicat: 16.08.2023 -
'Filthy Rich Politicians' scrutinizes the wealth of elected officials
Publicat: 15.08.2023 -
Ann Patchett's new novel brings a mother and daughters together during 2020 lockdown
Publicat: 14.08.2023 -
Two novels depict young men understanding themselves and the danger around them
Publicat: 11.08.2023 -
In 'Soul Boom,' Rainn Wilson calls for a spiritual revolution
Publicat: 10.08.2023 -
In 'Miles Morales Suspended,' Spider-Man grapples with racism and saving the world
Publicat: 09.08.2023 -
'Soil' weaves together a poet's experience of gardening, race and community
Publicat: 08.08.2023 -
Bangles cofounder Susanna Hoffs' first novel follows a one-hit wonder, 10 years later
Publicat: 07.08.2023 -
Two books dive into the history of minimalist music and the origins of the saxophone
Publicat: 04.08.2023 -
Madhur Jaffrey celebrates 50 years of 'An Invitation to Indian Cooking'
Publicat: 03.08.2023 -
Poet Hanif Abdurraqib reflects on the ways grief has shaped his spirituality
Publicat: 02.08.2023 -
'Monsters' examines fandom and how we consume art by morally compromised people
Publicat: 01.08.2023 -
'The Collector' follows a fictional spy's quest to track down a real stolen painting
Publicat: 31.07.2023 -
Two children's books show the comfort kids can find in darkness
Publicat: 28.07.2023 -
In her memoir, designer Aurora James examines representation and equality in fashion
Publicat: 27.07.2023 -
'Nobody's Fool' explains the science behind falling for scams – and how not to
Publicat: 26.07.2023 -
'The Best Possible Experiences' captures immigrant experience through short stories
Publicat: 25.07.2023
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