1894 Poem Reminds Us Why We Should Be Thankful For Modern Antacids

Along with pilgrims, Native Americans, football, and, now, Black Friday sales, the turkey and its accompanying feast have long been centerpieces of American Thanksgiving iconography, figuring as the physical, gustatory reminders of American prosperity. Yet, while many revelers serve up an extra slice of pumpkin pie, some reach for antacids, taken either prophylactically or in the aftermath of a rich meal. Indeed, Read More …

Ursula Le Guin Accepts Award, Schools Us On Creative Freedom and Why Literature Matters

Watch Le Guin’s acceptance speech or read the full transcript here. At the 65th annual National Book awards last week, writer Ursula K. Le Guin was honored with the National Book Foundation’s Medal for Distinguished Contribution to American Letters, a lifetime achievement award. Her career stretches back to the 1960s,  and in that time she’s proven Read More …