In the early part of this century a much-loved and (seemingly) well-respected faculty member at Emory University resigned amidst a scandal over a book he wrote. Michael Bellesiles was a history professor at Emory for over a decade and seemed to have an untarnished professional resume until the book was published.  The book in question, Arming... [Read more...]

It is cold outside! Whenever it gets cold outside, I like to cozy up with a book. I get away from everything and it makes me sound smarter than I really am. The bonus here is that when I go shopping for a book to increase the appearance of my intelligence, and I can pick some holiday gifts for the family. So, I hit the hardcover bestsellers just to be sure that... [Read more...]