The Surprising Resurgence of the Physical Book
It seems that the tech industry is shaping our life. But, the resurgence of the physical book proves to be a domain that technology can’t take down.
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Oliver Sacks Has Everything In Its Place
Oliver Sacks’ last book, Everything In Its Place, delivers a heartfelt goodbye and a much-needed collection of writings that represents his voracious appetite for knowledge.
The Rohingya Crisis in Myanmar and Its Authors
Myanmar’s ethnic cleansing of the Rohingya is at its worst period ever and Dr. Muhammad Abdul Bari brings us a book to show us why.
Tomi Ungerer: Remembering One of the Greatest Children’s Book Author
Children’s Books author, cartoonist and Erotic Satirist, Tomi Ungerer’s imagination was an unique one. We remember the legacy of one of the greatest Children’s book author that you never heard of.
Ten Science Non-Fiction Books to Look Forward to in 2019
Reading is one of the greatest opportunities for boosting our knowledge during our lifetimes. Almost anybody can do it, and it plays a big role in opening up the mind. 2019 is getting off to a quick start, and the Science Non-Fiction genre is already promising interesting reads for this year. Here are the top …
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THE MEDUSA AND THE SNAIL and other Lewis Thomas Essays
In honor of the 25th anniversary of Lewis Thomas’ death, we recommend everyone pick up a copy or two of the famed physician and etymologist’s essays.
The Phenomenona Known as Hallucinations
Oliver Sacks’ writing and in-depth portrayal of complex neurological phenomena in a simpler depiction makes Hallucinations an amazing topic.
‘The Comedy of Errors’ – a Playful Farce
For many people, watching Shakespeare is like running through the snow and jumping into a hot tub. The reaction your body has to this sudden shift isn’t unexpected, but the physical response can be unpleasant. It stings, but you do get used to it with time, and by the end, it may even be pleasurable, …
FAHRENHEIT 451 Movie Review
Fahrenheit 451 premiered last night on HBO and the channel’s streaming services, HBO Go and HBO Now, to a tepid response. What went wrong, what went right, and why isn’t it a pleasure to burn with this adaptation?
Book Review: DICTIONARY STORIES by Jez Burrows
Dictionary Stories is a unique entry in the crowded literary landscape. What could have been a gimmicky collection of nonsense instead shines through as one of the most inventive, varied, and entertaining books to hit shelves in years.