In M.L. Stedman’s new novel, “A Far-Flung Life,” the beauty and breadth of her setting stand in counterpoint to the horrors ...

Esther’s greatness lies not only in her willingness to speak truth to power, but in choosing the strategic moment to do so.

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Ethel Kennedy (née Skakel) played a big role in shaping the Kennedy family legacy.

John Irving Don’t read John Irving’s latest novel, “Queen Esther,” based on hearing it’s a sequel to “Cider House Rules.” “Queen Esther” revisits Dr. Wilbur Larch and the orphanage […] ...

Yesterday, the World Bank released a report on the state of our economy full 128 pages. For those who may have missed it, here is a clear summary of what the report is saying, just to make sure you ...

Cape Town beaches offer something for everyone, from romantic picnics and sunbathing to surfing and even taking selfies with penguins (from a safe distance, of course). Whether you’re looking for a ...

In “End of Days,” Chris Jennings recounts how a collision between apocalyptic Christianity and federal overreach led to a deadly standoff in Idaho. By Meghan O’Gieblyn Meghan O’Gieblyn is the author ...

In April of 2023, when I was fresh out of a Ph.D. program in philosophy, I was hired as the nonfiction critic at the newly revived books section of the Washington Post. The shock to my system was ...

A book by General MM Naravane, India’s former Chief of Army Staff (COAS), has dominated Parliament proceedings this week, with Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi being stopped from citing its contents ...