Ann Goldstein Elena Ferrante has a new novel. Here, its translator recommends her favorite books about Italy
Mean Girl Ellen DeGeneres faces accusations of, well, you name it
Bleeding Love The author of a new book on American poet E. E. Cummings reveals the wartime love affair that fueled some of his most moving work
August 25, 2020
Flights of Fancy For Foyle’s War creator Anthony Horowitz, the best writing—and reading—offers an escape
Marriage Story Stanley Kubrick’s biographer uncovers the driving force behind The Shining and Eyes Wide Shut: a roller-coaster relationship with a beautiful, mercurial dancer
The Naked City With America’s newsrooms closed—some maybe for good—a veteran of the Daily News recalls the paper’s action-packed and alcohol-soaked heyday
Charlotte Philby The granddaughter of Soviet spy Kim Philby is writing espionage novels from the woman’s point of view
On the Terrace A collection of heat-resistant tracks to help you embrace the swelter, from Fleetwood Mac, Letta Mbulu, Shuggie Otis, Nino Nardini, and more
Creature Comforts James Herriot’s country vet returns to the small screen
Get an Earful Listen to this week’s selection of six AIR MAIL pieces read aloud
The Right Stuff Reimagining the life of Lucille Ball, a new book evokes the star’s groundbreaking influence and evergreen coolness
August 18, 2020
Taking—and Making—Liberties Three years after #MeToo allegations sank his Laurene Powell Jobs–funded magazine, Leon Wieseltier wants back in
All Ears Listen to this week’s selection of six delightful AIR MAIL pieces read aloud
Heart of Stone The life of Confederate general Albert Pike, a member of the Freemasons, offers a new look at the secret brotherhood
