Category Archives: Books

Carolina Comments: History & Politics in Several Guises

A roundup of a small Raleigh museum, a contemporary novel of love and politics, and thoughts on the Great Decisions program.

CAROLINA COMMENTS: READING & ART

This week I’m sharing my thoughts on a new novel by Fiona Davis along with some works I found striking at the Nasher Museum of Art at Duke. I’m continuing to consider some of our outings in Cary and beyond as other examples of Abroad At Home. ENTERTAINING NOVEL: THE MET AND EGYPT The Stolen …

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Carolina Moments: January Diversions

January is a winter month, and very much so this year for much of the U.S. We cocoon more, spend more time reading and watching TV, and only venture out when the weather moderates. Here you’ll find a thoughtful novel, a comforting drama series, good food in Cary, and reflections on a noted chef. NOVEL …

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Carolina Comments: Remembering & Reading

Remembering Peter Yarrow and the music of Peter, Paul and Mary, along with a transition memoir and a historical novel set in wintry Maine.