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The Failed Christian Hero: Silence by Shusako Endo

“Catholicism is not a solo, but a symphony,” according to Japanese novelist Shusako Endo. His 1966 novel Silence focuses on the danger of one man’s … Read More ›

Posted on August 10, 2017August 14, 2017
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A Defense of Goody Two-Shoes Heroes

These days, upright and virtuous heroes don’t get much love. In most ensemble casts, antiheroes or even sympathetic villains overshadow the goody two-shoes. That came … Read More ›

Posted on April 30, 2017
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Where Have All the Good Bad Guys Gone?

I just read the Harry Potter books for the first time. Yes, yes, here in 2017. As a result, I feel entitled to spoil everything … Read More ›

Posted on March 21, 2017March 21, 2017
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The Wonderful Wizardry of Hell

We call magic “prestidigitation,” or “quick fingers,” because magicians must use skillful sleight of hand to pull off their tricks successfully. A pair of socks … Read More ›

Posted on December 5, 2016December 5, 2016
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Learn the Language of Poetry

If a friend has ever annoyed you by insisting that a favorite band’s music is much better live, you might feel the same about reading poetry … Read More ›

Posted on November 15, 2016November 15, 2016
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Hamilton Gives 5 Reasons to Read Poetry in the Original

I have never been the type to try and grab the spotlight; We were at a revel with some rebels on a hot night. This … Read More ›

Posted on November 1, 2016November 2, 2016
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Don’t Read Austen Once

Exactly one year from today marks the two-hundredth anniversary of Jane Austen’s death. Expect to see commemorations, biographies, and news articles in recognition of the … Read More ›

Posted on July 18, 2016July 18, 2016
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1776 -vs.- Hamilton

While my hat is off to my fellow writer, Mr. Diekemper, for his wonderful linguistic analysis of Hamilton, I must take umbrage with his statement … Read More ›

Posted on July 12, 2016July 12, 2016
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How Miranda Mastered the Musical

There was only one rap song I liked before listening to the musical Hamilton, but my love of America’s founding era was strong enough to … Read More ›

Posted on July 1, 2016July 1, 2016

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