Why Poetry Matters
April 21, 2015
In Why Poetry Matters, the gifted poet, novelist and biographer Jay Parini gives us a deeply felt meditation on poetry. He explores its language and meaning, and its power to… READ MORE
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Make Natural Capital the Heart of Earth Day
April 20, 2015
Dieter Helm— Earth Day is one of those great occasions when lots of people with goodwill and concern vent their frustrations at the destruction of our natural environment. They are… READ MORE
From the Designer’s Desk: Barbara E. Williams
April 17, 2015
We are thrilled to share the April 2015 edition of From the Designer’s Desk: a beautiful reflection by Barbara E. Williams on 40 years in the business of book design…. READ MORE
Lina Bo Bardi is everywhere
Lina Bo Bardi, the Italian-born, Brazilian modernist architect, has been referred to as “Brazil’s best-kept secret” and an “overlooked creative innovator.” Her trajectory toward international fame and critical acclaim has been… READ MORE
What SUP From Your Favorite University Presses, April 17, 2015
Welcome to our weekly roundup of news from university presses! Once again, there is a lot to share this week from our fellow academic publishing houses and much to learn… READ MORE
Books et Veritas: Art, Photography, and Dressing Up
April 16, 2015
Olivier van Donselaar— As an international transfer student coming from London, a city famous for its vibrant and diverse cultural scene, I experienced culture shock and serious disorientation during my… READ MORE
Lessons Not Learned: Covert Operations since the Cold War
April 15, 2015
Karen M. Paget— While writing Patriotic Betrayal, which chronicles a major Cold War covert operation with the U.S. National Student Association, I began a file in which I collected evidence… READ MORE
Poor Mountain Girls Getting Ahead
April 13, 2015
Cynthia M. Duncan— What does it take for a poor child in a poor place to get ahead? The right attitude? Mentors? Good teachers and schools? Good luck? All of… READ MORE
How Do We Fix America’s Tax System?
April 11, 2015
Michael J. Graetz— Our nation’s tax system is badly broken. Everyone knows that. The income tax law inflicts huge distortions on our economy. The only area of the economy where… READ MORE
What SUP From Your Favorite University Presses, April 10, 2015
April 10, 2015
Welcome to our weekly roundup of news from university presses! Once again, there is a lot to share this week from our fellow academic publishing houses and much to learn… READ MORE
From 9/11 to 9/11: The Widening of the Atlantic