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The author of influential books and essays, he was known for a contemporary theory of religion and Catholicism that advocated dialogue, not decrees.

She was a writer and a top editor at publications as diverse as The Nation, Vogue and Entertainment Weekly. She also helped found Grand Street and reboot Vanity Fair.

A poet’s letters; a collection of reminiscences.

In “The Art Spy,” Michelle Young shines new light on the heroic French curator Rose Valland.

In a new book, Benoît Gallot explains what it takes to run Père-Lachaise, where he lives with his wife, children and, he insists, no ghosts.

The Pulitzer-winning presidential biographer discusses his new book about the life of a literary founding father.

The National Book Award-winning author shows young readers a humane political philosophy that many adults still fail to appreciate.

Suggested reading from critics and editors at The New York Times.

One of the first Iranian novelists to write in English, she examined the clash between East and West. Her debut novel, “Foreigner,” provided insight into pre-revolutionary Iran.

With one hand, while standing. It’s the kind of accomplishment that would never make it into his new book, “Snafu: The Definitive Guide to History’s Greatest Screwups.”