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Jürgen Habermas Dies at 96; One of Postwar Germany’s Most Influential Thinkers

In dozens of books, he rejected postmodern cynicism about truth and reason, arguing that rational communication was the best way to redeem democratic society.

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Jürgen Habermas Dies at 96; One of Postwar Germany’s Most Influential Thinkers

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Book Review: ‘The Natural Way of Things,’ by Charlotte Wood

Charlotte Wood’s “The Natural Way of Things” conjures a not-so-implausible world in which girls and young women are thrown into prison for their sexual shames.

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Book Review: ‘The Natural Way of Things,’ by Charlotte Wood

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Mahmood Mamdani, Father of NYC Mayor, Is Writing a Book on Gaza

At once, Mahmood Mamdani’s fame was eclipsed by his son’s. At the same time, the election of Zohran Mamdani has attracted new interest in his father’s work.

13 hours ago

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Mahmood Mamdani, Father of NYC Mayor, Is Writing a Book on Gaza

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Margareta Magnusson,91, Dies; Wrote of Cleaning Up Before Dying

Her best-selling book encouraged people to tidy up homes and lives as death approached — as a gift for loved ones and to revisit memories.

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Margareta Magnusson,91, Dies; Wrote of Cleaning Up Before Dying

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Why Dogs Are a Writer’s Best Friend

Best-selling and award-winning authors spoke to us about how canines can spark creativity.

1 day ago

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Why Dogs Are a Writer’s Best Friend

NYT Books and Literature

Louise Erdrich on Her ‘Python’s Kiss’ Story Collection and the Mystery of Writing

The Pulitzer Prize-winning author talks process and “Planet of the Apes.”

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NYT Books and Literature

Louise Erdrich on Her ‘Python’s Kiss’ Story Collection and the Mystery of Writing