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How C.S. Lewis’s Writings Grew ‘From Airmen to Aslan’
Bruce Johnson recounts how the RAF influenced the acclaimed author of the Narnia series and other important works.
11-12-2026
‘William Howard Taft’: Reconsidering the 27th President
Walter Stahr’s biography reappraises the life of an often overlooked leader.
11-9-2026
‘Let Us Do Good’: A Brother’s Sacrifice Inspires a Noble Endeavor
Frank Siller recalls how the 9/11 death of his firefighter brother brought about the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.
11-7-2026
‘Uniting the States’: Five Founding Fathers Plus One
Fox & Friends host Brian Kilmeade discusses six men who really made a difference at crucial moments in American history.
11-4-2026
Teen Reads: The 2026 Year-End Roundup
From history to adventure to fantasy, these books deserve a place on your teens’ bookshelves.
11-3-2026
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Epoch Booklist: Recommended Reading for Nov. 13–19
This week, we feature the fictional journey of a cavalryman who needs to make a special delivery from India to Athens and a cozy picture book on family ...
11-12-2026
Paranoia, Betrayals, Defections Culminate in This True Cold War Story
Robert Kerbaj’s ‘The Defector’ describes how an unconventional defection altered the course of the Cold War between the UK and USSR.
11-11-2026
St. Martin (San Martino): An Italian Poem on the Sights and Sounds of an Indian Summer
The poet Giosuè Carducci captures the dichotomy of the season with the passing seasons in our lives.
11-10-2026
‘The Natural Order’: Unlimited Life, Costly Choices
Screenwriter Matthew Aldrich’s debut novel misses a tantalizing opportunity.
11-10-2026
Unbound and Free: A Confucius’s Short Story
Through a tale of two students, the ancient Chinese philosopher demonstrates how emotional self-control protects our physical health.
11-9-2026
‘Swimming With Turtles’: Reinvention Among Pond Reptiles
Susan Baur’s memoir combines ecosystem awareness with emotional challenges.
11-6-2026
Epoch Booklist: Recommended Reading for Nov. 6–12
This week, we feature a superb, intimate portrayal of Alexander the Great and a mysterious Victorian mystery reminiscent of Dickens. Biography ‘Alexander: God, King, Man’ By Edmund Richardson ...
11-5-2026
Losing Perspective: Stephen Leacock’s Short Story ‘Borrowing a Match’
When asking for a light becomes much ado about a little thing, the Canadian humorist puts the spotlight on seeing the bigger picture.
11-5-2026
‘Every Story Is a Love Story’ Seeks Forgiveness
Imbolo Mbue’s new novel asks what would it take to forgive someone who killed your wife and children.
11-4-2026
8 Great Picture Books About Home
These beautifully illustrated stories celebrate the memories, love, and simple joys of home life.
11-4-2026
Christopher Greyson Discusses His Journey as a Writer of Thrillers
Greyson discusses working with Trey Gowdy, how to write different genres, and how his faith guides him.
11-4-2026
How to Deepen Your Reading Experience by Learning to Recognize Patterns in Literature
Enjoy reading more by finding the deeper messages and hidden meanings in a story.
11-2-2026
‘The Inheritors’: A Long-Forgotten Texas Novel Returns
Philip Atlee’s 1940 story of rich and reckless young adults is back after eight decades of being out of print.
11-1-2026
‘Artificial Intimacy’ Looks at People Versus Machines
Sherry Turkle’s research warns that a chatbot may be your next best friend.
10-31-2026
‘John Adams’ Attends to a Less Celebrated President
One of the modern era’s most esteemed historians delves deep into America’s second president’s life to show what stirred and steadied him.
10-31-2026
Judi Dench Wonders: ‘Is It Too Late to Make a Run for It?’
Acclaimed Judi Dench recalls her life in a stimulating memoir.
10-30-2026
Epoch Booklist: Recommended Reading for Oct. 30–Nov. 5
This week, we feature a gripping novel set in an alternative past when everyone is deemed smart and a fun look at the unorthodox rituals associated with America’s ...
10-29-2026
A Devastatingly Beautiful Retelling of the Life of Alexander the Great
Edmund Richardson’s ‘Alexander: God, King, Man’ reconstructs the Macedonian’s brilliant, violent life through ancient texts, archaeology, and myth.
10-29-2026
Lessons for Difficult Times From Boethius’s ‘The Consolation of Philosophy’
From his barren prison cell, the ancient Roman philosopher wrote a profound analysis of what it meant to pursue virtue.
10-28-2026
‘Music Against the Night’: A Marvel of Language
The first book of Yiyun Li’s trilogy tells the story of Irish composer John Field and his wife, Adelaide.
10-27-2026
‘Restoring Childhood’: Let Kids Be Kids Again
Professor Peter Gray calls for parents to stop hovering over their kids and let them learn how to play on their own.
10-27-2026
‘Bob Newhart’: Tribute to a Very Funny Man
Michael Seth Starr’s biography charts the comedian’s long and remarkable career.
10-26-2026