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Inside Jack London’s Story, From The Gold Rush To Literary Fame

From adventurer to author to activist, John Griffith London led a dramatic life in keeping with his celebrated novels like "White Fang" and "The Call of the Wild."

By Leah Silverman • Feb 1, 2022

Inside Jack London’s Story, From The Gold Rush To Literary Fame

From adventurer to author to activist, John Griffith London led a dramatic life in keeping with his celebrated novels like "White Fang" and "The Call of the Wild."

By Leah Silverman • February 1, 2022

55 History Books That Will Change Your Outlook On Life

Missed out on the classics or looking for something new? Check out some of the best history books of all time, from ancient marvels to Pulitzer Prize-winning nonfiction.

By Leah Silverman • Nov 8, 2021

55 History Books That Will Change Your Outlook On Life

Missed out on the classics or looking for something new? Check out some of the best history books of all time, from ancient marvels to Pulitzer Prize-winning nonfiction.

By Leah Silverman • November 8, 2021

Discover The Truly Grim History Behind The Fairy Tale Of Hansel And Gretel

When a great famine struck Europe in 1314, mothers abandoned their children and in some cases, even ate them. Scholars believe that these tragedies gave birth to the story of Hansel and Gretel.

By Joseph Williams • Oct 30, 2021

Discover The Truly Grim History Behind The Fairy Tale Of Hansel And Gretel

When a great famine struck Europe in 1314, mothers abandoned their children and in some cases, even ate them. Scholars believe that these tragedies gave birth to the story of Hansel and Gretel.

By Joseph Williams • October 30, 2021

What Happened When A White Man “Became” Black In Mid-20th Century America

In an attempt to understand a non-white life in America, John Griffin dyed his skin "black" and set off to the South. His experience, recounted in Black Like Me was, as you might expect, painful.

By John Kuroski • Aug 31, 2021

What Happened When A White Man “Became” Black In Mid-20th Century America

In an attempt to understand a non-white life in America, John Griffin dyed his skin "black" and set off to the South. His experience, recounted in Black Like Me was, as you might expect, painful.

By John Kuroski • August 31, 2021

Codex Seraphinianus, Bizarre And Beautiful Art From An Alien World

In an attempt to remind readers how language appears to those incapable of understanding it, Codex Seraphinianus has baffled critics for decades.

By Savannah Cox • Jul 30, 2021

Codex Seraphinianus, Bizarre And Beautiful Art From An Alien World

In an attempt to remind readers how language appears to those incapable of understanding it, Codex Seraphinianus has baffled critics for decades.

By Savannah Cox • July 30, 2021

Gloria Hemingway’s Tragic Life As The Transgender Child Of Ernest Hemingway

Throughout his adult life, Gregory Hemingway struggled with gender dysphoria and tried to live as a woman — which irreparably damaged his relationship with his father.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jun 7, 2021

Gloria Hemingway’s Tragic Life As The Transgender Child Of Ernest Hemingway

Throughout his adult life, Gregory Hemingway struggled with gender dysphoria and tried to live as a woman — which irreparably damaged his relationship with his father.

By Kaleena Fraga • June 7, 2021

Inside Dr. Seuss’ History Of Racism That Explains Why Six Of His Books Were Discontinued

Dr. Seuss' beloved children's books have undergone a reexamination in recent years as many have found them rife with racist images and messaging.

By Kaleena Fraga • Mar 4, 2021

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Inside Dr. Seuss’ History Of Racism That Explains Why Six Of His Books Were Discontinued

Dr. Seuss' beloved children's books have undergone a reexamination in recent years as many have found them rife with racist images and messaging.

By Kaleena Fraga • March 4, 2021

Meet Josiah Henson, The Escaped Slave Whose Journey To Freedom Inspired ‘Uncle Tom’s Cabin’

After walking 600 miles to Canada in 1830, Josiah Henson returned to the United States to free over 100 more slaves.

By Genevieve Carlton • Feb 28, 2021

Meet Josiah Henson, The Escaped Slave Whose Journey To Freedom Inspired ‘Uncle Tom’s Cabin’

After walking 600 miles to Canada in 1830, Josiah Henson returned to the United States to free over 100 more slaves.

By Genevieve Carlton • February 28, 2021

The Author Of ‘Charlie And The Chocolate Factory’ Was An Anti-Semite — And His Family Just Apologized

The official apology issued by the author's family has gained attention ahead of a slew of new adaptations of his works.

By Natasha Ishak • Dec 7, 2020

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The Author Of ‘Charlie And The Chocolate Factory’ Was An Anti-Semite — And His Family Just Apologized

The official apology issued by the author's family has gained attention ahead of a slew of new adaptations of his works.

By Natasha Ishak • December 7, 2020

The Harrowing Story Of The Whaleship ‘Essex’ That Inspired ‘Moby Dick’

After the whaleship "Essex" was sunk by a vengeful sperm whale, its crew was left on the high seas for 90 days — causing them to resort to cannibalism.

By Genevieve Carlton • Nov 2, 2020

The Harrowing Story Of The Whaleship ‘Essex’ That Inspired ‘Moby Dick’

After the whaleship "Essex" was sunk by a vengeful sperm whale, its crew was left on the high seas for 90 days — causing them to resort to cannibalism.

By Genevieve Carlton • November 2, 2020