Branigan’s book details survivors’ memories of the Revolution, uncovering an episode in Chinese history shrouded in a determined forgetfulness.
Willy Wonka gives Charlie Bucket a valuable lesson on the history of altering texts.
Critics of the revisionism say readers can decide for themselves if Dahl’s “offensive” books are suitable for the modern world. But that’s not in the interest of Netflix.
Martin Wolf claims in his new book that democracy is leading to populism. Maybe he should talk to some populists.
The historical fiction author Helen Fields shares her five favourite things.
The Reaction round-up of what you should, and shouldn’t, be reading this week.
With its sun-drenched olive groves, sparkling waters and vivid bursts of colour, the Italian Riviera has cast its spell on tourists, painters and authors since the 19th century.
The Reaction round-up of what you should, and shouldn’t, be reading this week.
Lost Realms, Thomas Williams’ latest book exploring the Dark Ages, ultimately provides more frustration than fact.
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