Barbara Basbanes

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Myth, Motherhood, and Managua

Waging war isn't cheap. Trafficking in antiquities pays the bills—and the trade is as lucrative as ever.

Are all-girls schools an "archaic nicety"? Is Sweet Briar's closure a sign of shifting mores? What's the future of higher education for women?

In a blast from the past and sort of farewell to Women’s History Month, the 

Here are four summer reading selections for adventure seekers, serious readers, and beach bums.

Black History Month just ended—but that doesn't mean we should shelve books providing this essential education.

Because, success isn't found on a gold-paved road.

April heralds not just the arrival of spring, but opening season for book festivals.

Round out your library collection with tales of Kentucky nurses, creepy dolls, a Shakespeare romance, and more.