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Passing English
Long forgotten, J. Redding Ware was a philologist of slang and detective-fiction pioneer. Scott McLemee looks into Ware Studies.
'Black Elk Speaks' Goes Home
5 years after SUNY Press raised eyebrows with the way it obtained book rights that had been held by U. of Nebraska Press, the work is returning to the Plains.
24 Months to Go
One year ago, Brian Kibby predicted a shift from print to digital for most of higher education. One year later, he analyzes where things stand.
The Unforgotten
A newly translated book ponders and celebrates archival research. Scott McLemee thinks it's a classic.
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Religion Without God
Ronald Dworkin's first posthumous book is a defense of religious atheism. Scott McLemee reports on a matter of ultimate concern.
'Cheating Lessons'
Author of new book on academic dishonesty discusses strategies for reducing cheating while improving student learning.
'Early Decision'
Author of new novel about her former job -- helping applicants write their admissions essays -- answers questions about the book and the competition to get in to college.