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.
07-21-2026
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The Right Word: A.A. Milne’s Short Story ‘A Lost Masterpiece’
The English author finds himself mulling over a word puzzle that takes his attention away from his work.
07-22-2026
‘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.
07-21-2026
An Immense Study on the Universal Philosophies of Shakespeare’s Plays
David Womersley’s ‘Thinking Through Shakespeare’ is a detailed examination of how humanity’s great questions center in the Bard’s plays.
07-21-2026
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.
07-19-2026
‘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.
07-18-2026
‘Murder, She Wrote,’ and More: The Astonishing Triumph of Agatha Christie
Remembering the 'Queen of Crime' on the 50th anniversary of her death.
07-17-2026
Epoch Booklist: Recommended Reading for July 17–23
This week, we feature a close look at the full scope of preparations for D-Day and a research-based study on the divide between the right, the left, and ...
07-16-2026
A Cynical Study on Fairy Tales Takes Its Subject Too Seriously
Jack Zipes’s complicated ‘Once Upon a Time There Was Truth or, Why We Need Fairy Tales’ is rife with sociopolitical absurdities.
07-15-2026
‘Richard Fleischer: Journeyman’: A New Look at an Underappreciated Filmmaker
Jason A. Ney reevaluates the prolific director of ’20,000 Leagues Under the Sea’ and ‘Soylent Green.’
07-15-2026
Punny Perceptions: Mark Twain’s Short Story ‘Wit Inspirations of the “Two-Year Olds”‘
The acclaimed American author looks at parenting trends during his time, comparing them to his own upbringing.
07-14-2026
‘Pride and Prejudice’: Different Ways to Enjoy Jane Austen’s Classic
In this series, ‘From Book to Screen,’ we follow the classic novel as it’s translated to the silver screen.
07-13-2026
‘Murder at The Spirit Lounge’: Nora Breen Returns
Attendees of a séance are dying, and Jess Kidd’s ex-nun must find the killer before it’s too late.
07-12-2026
‘The Cloak and Dagger Club’: A Club Meeting Launches a Mystery
A gathering of mystery writers ends with its own mystery to find the killer of the club’s president.
07-11-2026
Transformative Kindness: Langston Hughes’s Short Story ‘Thank You, Ma’am’
A woman's choice to show mercy changes the life of a teen.
07-11-2026
Epoch Booklist: Recommended Reading for July 10–16
This week, we feature a definitive look at the most significant battle during the Great Sioux War and an engaging novel of a teen’s quest for truth during ...
07-9-2026
The 5 Virtues of Odysseus’s Timeless Journey
What were the strengths of the man who travelled home for 20 years and defeated mythic monsters?
07-9-2026
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.
07-8-2026
‘USCG Cutter Eagle’: America’s Tall Ship
Author Will Sofrin recounts the history of the Coast Guard’s flagship from a German barque to a training ship for cadets.
07-8-2026
‘Comedy is a Grim Business’: The Creation of a Slapstick Masterwork
James Curtis recalls the wild story behind the comedy classic ‘It’s a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World.’
07-7-2026
‘The Lake Club’: A Fun Beach Read
Drama, heartache, and the best laid plans unravel at a lakeside country club in Lina Patton's novel.
07-5-2026
How an Officer Turned Personal Crisis Into a Lifeline for Others
After surviving a suicidal crisis, former officer Adam Davis now helps first responders strengthen faith, family, and resilience.
07-5-2026
‘Doocey Half-Sees Whodunnit’: An Irish Mystery
Shamie Doocey sees little but learns all in this cozy mystery set on the Emerald Isle.
07-3-2026