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Atlantic Unbound | Archive
Flashbacks ..... Notes on the ConventionsFour articles spanning nearly a hundred years consider the changing role of political conventions in America's electoral process. The Road to the Information AgeDecades before the rise of the Internet, Atlantic contributors were dreaming of the day when all knowledge on earth would be available at the click of a button. After the BastilleAtlantic articles from the 19th and 20th centuries reflect France's ongoing struggle with authority. Cities and CrimeJacob Riis, Robert Moses, Nicholas Lemann and others weigh in on the problematic relationship between inner-city poverty and crime. Guns Out of ControlAtlantic writers debate the true intentions behind the Second Amendment and the safest approaches to firearm ownership. Prophesying PalestineA look back at Atlantic predictions from the 1920s and '30s about prospects for a Jewish homeland. Finding a Place for GodAtlantic contributors from throughout the past century question the value of religion in a scientific world. Fidel CastroA collection of Atlantic writings assesses Castro and his legacy. Crossing the Color LineA look back at Charles Chesnutt and his pioneering African-American fiction. Suharto and IndonesiaAtlantic writings from the '50s through the '80s shed light on Suharto and the unique challenges facing Indonesia. Who Was Kipling?A sampling of writing from The Atlantic's past offers a range of views on the many contradictions of Rudyard Kipling. Balkan EpicRebecca West's sweeping story of a region in turmoil. The Godfather of SprawlThe legacy of Robert Moses is as controversial as ever. Atlantic articles by Moses from the 1940s, 1950s, and 1960s offer a glimpse into the mind of this father of the postmodern American landscape. The Lure of the SkiesOn December 17, 1903, Orville Wright became the first human being to successfully fly an airplane. The significance of that event—and the ensuing evolution of air travel—are reflected in this collection of Atlantic articles. Mark Twain in The AtlanticReviews and stories. The War on FatA trip through the Atlantic's archives offers revealing insights into American body politics. Nuremberg RevisitedA pair of Atlantic articles followed the course of the Nuremberg trials and questioned whether they should be used as a model for future tribunals. The American Way of BeefAtlantic contributors follow the decline of the meat industry. A Near MissAtlantic contributors reflect on the Cuban Missile Crisis. Torture and TerrorArticles by Mark Bowden and others consider what tactics are appropriate for eliciting potentially lifesaving information. For the Love of the GameWith the U.S. Open in mid-swing, a look back at a century of Atlantic articles on tennis. Harry Potter Joins the CanonFrom Tom Brown to Mary Poppins to the Chronicles of Narnia, a look back at Atlantic writings on perennial favorites from children's literature. And Health Care For AllAtlantic writings from 1910 to 1960 make clear that reforming the state of American health care has long been a pressing concern. Leaving the PartyArticles from the The Atlantic's archives present a history of outsider politics. The Cross and the StarArticles from The Atlantic's archives illuminate the history of China's complex relationship with Christianity. In Search of the American DreamArticles by Eleanor Roosevelt and others take up the question of what constitutes the American ideal. The Reinvention of JazzTwo articles from the Atlantic archives dissect the genius of Ornette Coleman. Property PiratesAs the U.S. government reproves China for its disrespect of intellectual-property rights, we may do well to remember that our own past record in that area has been less than impeccable. Play Ball!A classic lineup of Atlantic essays on our national pastime. Saint John Paul?A selection of Atlantic writings on Pope John Paul II offer insight into the man, his leadership style, and his far-reaching influence. Power-sharing in Northern IrelandAtlantic writings from 1916 through the 1980s offer perspective on just how momentous a development this is. Union BluesA collection of Atlantic writings assesses the uncertain future of the European Union. Gangland U.S.A.Articles dating back to the 1800s trace the evolution of America's gang problem. Living HistoryThe Atlantic honors the life of historian Arthur Schlesinger with a selection of his memorable contributions to the magazine. College GirlsArticles from the 1890s through the 1960s explore the academic, social, and sexual debates surrounding women at college. Spy vs. SpyRobert Philip Hanssen, meet Aldrich Ames, Kim Philby, Greville Wynne, and Gordon Lonsdale. A collection of Atlantic writings considers the phenomenon of renegade intelligence agents. In the Mood for Love?Terrorist matchmakers; Singaporean makeout sessions; the truth about diamonds; tales from the frontlines of online dating... White House WhoppersArticles from 1872 to the present shed light on a longstanding presidential tradition of playing fast and loose with the truth. The Diamond MythArticles from the past 150 years reveal the dark side of "the most brilliant of stones" Nobel QuibblesWhen it comes to the Nobel Prize, controversy and debate have always been the name of the game. Suez in RetrospectArticles written in the months and years following the Suez crisis take stock of its implications. Iraq: Is Partition the Answer?Articles by Hitchens, Kaplan, Gellhorn, and others make clear that if history is any guide, then probably not. From the Ancient Greeks to Yoga ChicArticles from the 1850s to the present on the quest for spiritual health through physical fitness. Iraq: Is It Time to Leave?James Fallows, Robert Kaplan, and Nir Rosen weigh in. PolygamyArticles from the 1860s to the present point to polygamy's persistent appeal in American life. In the Face of GenocideOn a number of recent occasions, the world has done little more than observe. The Indomitable Jessica MitfordArticles by and about the muckraking journalist make clear that her name is synonymous with far more than cheap funerals. Broadcast NewsDavid Halberstam, James Fallows, and Nicholas Lemann on the rich past and uncertain future of broadcast journalism. Shedding Light on LebanonA 1984 piece by John Keegan offered an in-depth look at a complex and troubled nation. To Smoke or Not to Smoke?Articles from the 1860s to the 1990s take up the contentious question. Remembering Martha GellhornA longtime Atlantic contributor, Gellhorn's career was far more glorious than her brief marriage to Ernest Hemingway. A Taxonomy of KnowledgeAtlantic authors from the nineteenth century to the age of Wiki wax philosophical on encyclopedias, dictionaries, and thesauri. So You Want to Be a WriterWallace Stegner, Francine Prose, John Kenneth Galbraith, and others offer advice to aspiring wordsmiths. Too Rich for Their MoneyArticles from the early twentieth century to the present comment on the philanthropy of the superrich. That's EdutainmentAtlantic authors address talking bears, Sesame Street, and the obsession with making kids smarter. The Vox in the BoxArticles from 1937 to the present consider the proper role of television in American life. Obscenity, Censorship, and the First AmendmentAtlantic writings on the fraught battleground between freedom of speech and public morality. Women at WorkArticles from the '70s, '80s, and '90s address the ongoing obstacles that career women face. A Moral Wrong or a Fundamental Right?Articles from the 1960s onward illuminate the many facets of the abortion debate. The Sport of KingsAs the Kentucky Derby approaches, a look back at Atlantic writings paying tribute to the exhilarating heights and seedy depths of horse racing. Burning Up People to Make ElectricityArticles spanning the last thirty years make the case for better safety standards for coal miners. Tales From the BorderlandsArticles by Eric Schlosser, William Langewiesche, and Jack Miles shed a human light on the debate over the Mexican border. Immigration: The Perpetual ControversyWriters dating back to the nineteenth century argue the merits and pitfalls of American immigration. Our Liberian LegacyArticles spanning the twentieth century take up the question of what the U.S. owes Liberia. Private DomainThree Atlantic authors consider the fine line between security and breach of privacy. The Call of the SlopesAtlantic articles from the '30s through the '50s comment on the development and appeal of skiing as a sport. An Atlantic ScandalA tale of one of the most notorious journalistic forgeries of the twentieth century. Appalachian HardshipIn the wake of the Sago mining tragedy, a look back at an 1861 tale that brought the plight of impoverished West Virginia workers to national attention. Birthplace of a MagazineA look back at reflections on The Atlantic's early years in Boston. Howells RediscoveredA collection of articles by and about The Atlantic's third editor, William Dean Howells, celebrates his contributions to the magazine and American literature. Hard Times in the Big EasyArticles from the '40s through the '80s on the delights and drawbacks of life in New Orleans. The Best Interests of the ChildArticles by Karl Menninger, Bruno Bettelheim, Caitlin Flanagan, and others on how to raise well-adjusted children. A Century of CartoonsArticles by Walt Kelly and others on the Yellow Kid, superhero comics, Art Spiegelman, and more. Israel and PalestineArticles from 1919 to the present comment on the establishment of Israel and the resentment of those it has displaced. Defending DarwinArticles from 1860 to the present on the conflict between evolution theory and religious fundamentalism. The Varieties of Reproductive ExperienceAtlantic writing from the 1960s to the present on cloning, in vitro fertilization, egg donation, sperm donation, and more. Supreme SpeculationByron York, Randall Kennedy, and Benjamin Wittes ponder the future of the Supreme Court and the coming confirmation hearings. Notes on the Intelligence of WomenAtlantic authors from the early to the late twentieth century comment on the status of women in science. This American LifeIn the 1930s a series of articles by the French author Raoul de Roussy de Sales commented on politics, courtship, and identity in American life. When Social Security Was YoungThree articles from the pages of The Atlantic about the early, uncertain days of Social Security. The Craft and Craftiness of Henry KissingerArticles by Seymour Hersh, Robert D. Kaplan, and others assess Kissinger's career and legacy. Poetic JusticePoems by Ralph Waldo Emerson, Julia Ward Howe, and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow champion the cause of freedom in the pages of The Atlantic. Mind Over MatterArticles from the 1920s to the 1990s reflect on the revolutionary insights of Albert Einstein. John Brown in The AtlanticA collection of writings—some by Brown's friends and collaborators—sheds light on the abolitionist who took a violent stand against slavery. Whose Right to Die?Articles from 1974 to the present consider the question. Russia's Would-Be MastersWhat sort of men have ruled Russia? Articles from 1928 to the present examine the inner lives of Russia's leaders. The Trembling of the EarthEarthquakes, tsunamis, mudslides—Atlantic authors from the 1880s to the present have addressed the causes and steep human costs of Earth's violent outbursts. Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of IslamCan democracy take root in a predominantly Islamic part of the world? Atlantic contributors from the early to the late twentieth century take up the question. In Search of the Canadian DreamIs Canada a more civilized version of America? Articles from 1923 to the present take up the question of Canadian national identity. Dr. Kinsey's RevolutionArticles from the 1920s through the 1990s comment on sex in America and the influence of Dr. Alfred Kinsey. Close Up: George W. BushInsight into the mind and career of President George W. Bush. Putin the TerribleArticles by Jeffrey Tayler and Paul Starobin consider Vladimir Putin, the war on terror, and democracy's uncertain future in Russia. The Great DebatesTwo early twentieth-century articles recall one of America's most momentous electoral showdowns of all time—the Lincoln-Douglas debates. John Kerry, Circa 1996Years before the frenzy of the 2004 election, Jack Beatty offered a look at John Kerry and how he was perceived by voters. Athens, 1896A gold medal-winning hurdler and an eminent Classics scholar recall their experiences at the 1896 Olympics. The Joy of AdvertisingAt the dawn of the advertising age a century ago, the industry had already learned how best to connect with consumers. Facing Up to StalinArticles from the 1950s to the present on the painful process of demystifying Stalin and his devastating legacy. Do We Really Need a Vice President?Is the office of the Vice President merely "a resting place for mediocrities"? Arthur Schlesinger, Gerald Ford, Hubert Humphrey, and others weigh in. The Paradoxical Case of Tony BlairArticles from 1996 to the present chronicle Tony Blair's career, from his meteoric ascent to his fall from favor. Looking Back at Brown v. Board of EducationArticles from 1954 and 1960 offer a look at how the Supreme Court's landmark desegregation ruling was initially received. Transcripts of a Troubled MindThe short, sad life of Breece D'J Pancake, whose writings in The Atlantic brought to life the dissipated Appalachian world in which he was raised. |
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