Editor's note: All opinions, columns and letters reflect the views of the individual writer and not necessarily those of the IDS or its staffers. A few weeks ago, I was reading “Green Eggs and Ham” to ...

It’s that time of year when your favorite media outlets, influencers, and even President Barack Obama begin compiling summer reading lists. Conventional tropes about summer reading conjure libidinal ...

“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll go.” — Dr. Seuss That saying is extremely fitting given the beloved children’s author, Theodor ...

Extraordinary strides have been made in the technologies that drive our lives, but even as we embrace these wonders, we also know that transformative destructive effects may lurk therein. Currently, ...

In our era of instant gratification and endless entertainment options, the humble book can sometimes feel like a relic of the past. However, the value of reading goes far beyond simply passing the ...

Last month, Rose Horowitch wrote the article “The Elite College Students Who Can’t Read Books,” which sparked a lot of debate. Professors told Horowitch that their students felt overwhelmed at the ...

In October 2024, The Atlantic published a widely circulated article called “The Elite College Students Who Can’t Read Books.” Drawing on accounts from 33 professors, it argues that many students ...