The only ties which appeared to matter in the Italian south were the immediate links of blood and marriage.

Tolkien’s work contains vast symbols of the cosmic conflict between good and evil.

The Jewish people remain a nuisance to all those who want to sit in the executive chair of existence themselves.

A father’s presence, both physical and spiritual, is impossible to overestimate. This is especially apparent in times of war.

Tolkien’s tale reminds us that we ourselves are part of the Great Story.

Verne’s success in the English-speaking world is remarkable considering the vagaries his work suffered after his death.

It’s no wonder that those still loyal to the House of Pahlavi call her mādar Eran—Mother of Iran.

Good character in elected officials is something of a luxury. It is a mistake to consider it apart from questions of governance.

Traditional family life brings exactly what modern man is striving for, and much more.

Europe will accomplish far more when it ends its dependency on the United States and stands on its own two feet.

Walt Disney epitomised the American mind and spirit. To understand him is to begin to understand America.

In his memoir, Stefan Zweig mourned the fateful summer that changed Europe and the world forever.