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Fact vs Fiction: The Zone of Interest — is it based on a true story?

Telling a story about a family living right on the edge of Auschwitz, is The Zone of Interest based on a true story. We do some research.

WhatToWatch · Dec 15, 2023

OPINION - The End of Enlightenment review: the chaotic and bloody real story of the famous age

Some ideas are too successful for their own good. They take flight from their original context and are capacious to a dangerous degree. The Enlightenment, Richard Whatmore contends in this book, is just such an idea. Well yes, since it appears to describe a state of mind rather than, say,…

Evening Standard · Dec 15, 2023

Alison Lester: ‘This is what I want to do. I want to be in charge of the whole thing’

The prolific children’s book author walks along her magic beach and reflects on the moment she had her life’s calling

The Guardian - AU · Dec 15, 2023

Noam Chomsky at 95: Speaking hard truths

After decades of opposing militarism, war and politics as usual, Chomsky's goal remains "changing the world"

Salon · Dec 15, 2023

Caitlin Halderman's Mirror Selfie Capturing Essence of Natural Elegance

Caitlin Halderman enchants with her elegant mirror selfie, illuminated by natural light. Her light brown eyes reflect tales of beauty and warmth.

Top News · Dec 15, 2023

Irenosen Okojie: ‘June Jordan reminds me of the irrepressible power and spirit of black women’

The author on being mesmerised by The Virgin Suicides, the life‑changing Toni Morrison – and the book that’s too devastating to reread

The Guardian - UK · Dec 15, 2023

Author Reveals Why A Meghan Markle Memoir Is A Bad Idea

Omid Scobie said the Duchess of Sussex would likely have a far less interesting book than Prince Harry's memoir "Spare".

International Business Times UK · Dec 15, 2023

'Observer' Is A Riveting, Mind-Expanding Journey To The Very Edges Of Science

This groundbreaking novel embarks on an unprecedented voyage, transcending the confines of conventional literature to unravel the enigmatic strands of existence itself.

International Business Times · Dec 15, 2023

This keepsake memory book doubles as a perfect present and family heirloom

Your Story has developed a Memory Keepsake Generator to immortalise your family memories

Evening Standard · Dec 15, 2023

You be the judge: should my boyfriend start clearing out his piles of books?

Rupert wants more bookshelves to house his growing collection, but Ari thinks a clearout is due. You decide who is on the right page

The Guardian - UK · Dec 15, 2023