One Cheer for Hollywood
by Peter J. LeithartWhat no longer happens in academia, what rarely happens in politics, still happens in Hollywood. Hard work, grit, hustle get rewarded. Continue Reading »
Writing Mothers
by John WilsonOn Nadya Williams's latest book, Mothers, Children, and the Body Politic: Ancient Christianity and the Recovery of Human Dignity. Continue Reading »
Calling All Aspiring Classical Teachers
by Mark BauerleinEvery school leader I have recently spoken to has cited parent demand with a smile and staffing burdens with a frown. Continue Reading »
The Orwellian Evolution of Banned Books Week
by John Byron KuhnerThe most-promoted, most-assigned books, all of which represent the dominant ideology, end up on the “banned” lists. Continue Reading »
Elizabeth Inchbald, Inventor of the Catholic Novel
by Francis YoungInchbald offered a plea for Catholics to be recognized simply as fellow Britons—normal people, with the same aspirations as their Protestant fellow subjects. Continue Reading »
Books That Should Be Assigned Reading in Catholic Schools
by Mark BauerleinTeachers should assign more readings that foster a historical understanding of the faith, a “Big Picture” or “Grand Narrative.” Continue Reading »
Rock Lessons
by John WilsonTalk about “the subtle wisdom of rocks” would usually give me a headache—but not always. Continue Reading »
Searching for Our Plot of Innocence
by Colin RedemerThe aftermath of the assassination attempt on President Trump would not have surprised René Girard. Continue Reading »
Rehumanizing the Humanities
by James HankinsAdult classical education for Christians is just starting out, but it’s certainly a hopeful development. Continue Reading »
September Reflections
by John WilsonThe month of September is particularly resonant for me. Continue Reading »
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