Born to an Afghan father and American mother, Tamim Ansary navigated the complexity of identity from an early age. When the worlds of east and west collided in the deadly terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, his unique perspective was called upon to help make sense of culture in the midst of tragedy. […]
March is Women’s History Month, a time to celebrate and reflect on the accomplishments of women throughout history who’ve cleared the path for women today. Modern women are writing their own stories, sometimes even before the world truly recognizes their talents and contributions. These women leaders, activists, and writers are making a difference through their words while they continue to break new ground for gender equality and justice. […]
Independent bookstores have written a comeback story over the past decade, and now they’re facing a new chapter—the one about the coronavirus. To navigate the pandemic plot twist, booksellers are turning once again to the community connections and personal service that have helped fuel the indie revival amid big-box competitors.[…]
