Amy L. Wax is Professor of Law at the University of Pennsylvania. A version of these remarks was delivered at the Encounter ...

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Time seems to be going faster than ever, but it’s still important to remember and learn from the past, writes Lynne Agress.

The famous double-slit experiment brings into question the very nature of matter. Its cousin, the quantum eraser experiment, ...

CRF Publishing LLC's newly released book series connects pivotal American historical events to today's political discourse. The series offers balanced viewpoints and accessible analysis for readers ...

DEBUT author Alia Khan Koumantarakis has turned a turbulent chapter of South Africa's past into a moving literary piece, bringing to light the silent echoes of history in her novel, RIOT.

Next July, the United States will mark the 250th anniversary of its founding, a milestone set to be celebrated across the country. American history will serve as the centerpiece of many of these ...

The very best of the hundreds of books on international politics, economics, and history that were featured in the magazine this year, selected by Foreign Affairs’ editors and book reviewers.

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The Price of Democracy tells the history of taxation from colonization to the present day. It's essential reading for anyone who cares about preserving democracy.

In a bold new history, Sven Beckert traces the origins of our modern economy, from global port cities to the halls of power. Centuries ago, Beckert writes, investors traveled to remote corners of the ...

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