Off the Shelf is a Columbia News series in which professors discuss their recently published books, as well as what they have read recently and recommend, and who they would invite to the perfect dinner party.
Antoine Compagnon explores this little-known aspect of the French author.
Nathan Gorelick traces literary criticism and psychoanalysis to their shared origins during the 17th and 18th centuries.
In her new book, pediatrician Rebekah Diamond shares her expertise.
In Polis, John Ma looks at this classical institution, and finds it’s still relevant today.
Eliza Barry Callahan’s novel tries to answer that question with humor and empathy.
In her book, Hannah Weaver examines the medieval practice of interpolation.
In her book, Erica Gaston outlines the perils and practices of these partnerships.
Walter Frisch's new book celebrates the writer of great American Songbook hits like "Get Happy" and "Stormy Weather."
Brenda Wineapple’s book delves into the question and provides many answers.
Phillip Lopate, who taught for years at Columbia's School of the Arts, writes about his lifelong passion for the movies.
Ties to Ireland figure prominently in the new novel.
Read William Duggan’s book, Corporate Innovator, for advice on how to go about implementing your concept.