Books & Literary Life
Literary criticism, author interviews, and book culture from within and beyond Harvard.
The Artist Edward Gorey—and Pets—at Harvard
Winter exhibits at Houghton Library
A Long Night's Journey in Palestine
William Tamplin, Ph.D. ’20, on the lyricism and secrecy of an Arabic literary pioneer
Is the Supreme Court’s Role Undemocratic?
Justice Felix Frankfurter, to great controversy, said yes.
“A Moral Obligation”
Charles Berlin and 60 years of collecting for Harvard Library
“Fallen to the Depths”
Nicholas Dawidoff’s wrenching account of urban inequity
Off the Shelf
Recent books with Harvard connections
The Blue Garden
Newport's restored landscape
Off the Shelf
Recent books with Harvard connections
Disagreeing Well
Harvard debater Bo Seo writes about productive differences of opinion.
Aiming for Excellence
New books by Harvard experts on college preparation, rankings, student experiences, and institutional strategies
Wendy Lesser's "Threepenny Review:
The revered literary magazine editor discusses the writing (and reading) life.