Something old: why six brides picked a second-hand wedding dress
Choosing second-hand wedding dresses can be meaningful, personal, and sustainable, connecting past generations with a sense of history and quality. [ more ]
Manny and the Baby by Varaidzo review dreamy debut of loss and unrequited love
A tale spanning 1936 and 2012 intertwines the lives of Manny, Rita, and Ezekiel, exploring love, loss, and connection through cassette tapes and family history. [ more ]
In the wake of tragedy, past transgressions are sometimes selectively omitted but can resurface, adding complexity and depth to the narrative. [ more ]
The article discusses Sasha Vasilyuk's op-ed on the collateral damage of Russia's war on Ukraine and highlights her novel, blending true events with dark humor. [ more ]
Realities of apartheid': South African artist wins Deutsche Borse photography prize
Lebohang Kganye won the Deutsche Borse Photography Foundation prize for her work depicting her family history during apartheid using cutouts and set design. [ more ]
Biden's Uncle (Probably) Wasn't Eaten by Cannibals
Joe Biden claimed his uncle was eaten by cannibals in New Guinea during World War II, emphasizing his family's military service while contrasting with Donald Trump. [ more ]
Marquess of Queensbury, 94, reveals he fought off mugger with judo move near west London home
The 94-year-old Marquess of Queensberry used judo to defend against a mugger near his home, showcasing the effectiveness of his judo training. [ more ]
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Former Tate Britain director Penelope Curtis on why she became a novelist
Penelope Curtis wrote her debut novel, 'After Nora,' focusing on three generations of women from the 1920s to the 2020s, inspired by her family history.
The novel explores the complexities of making art and the importance of understanding artistic identity. [ more ]
'Replay' spotlights resilience, loss, and intergenerational connectedness
The author, Jordan Mechner, shares powerful and poignant family stories reflecting resilience and loss.
Through his new nonfiction graphic book, Replay: Memoir of an Uprooted Family, Mechner explores intergenerational connectedness and the impact of historical events on his family. [ more ]
Recipes: Make these dishes from Occupied France in World War II
Kitty Morse's book 'Bitter Sweet' is a powerful combination of family history and cookbook, sharing her great-grandfather's journal and her great-grandmother's recipes from Nazi-occupied France.
The book includes 146 recipes, mostly desserts, including 15 chocolate cakes. Morse also includes savory dishes typical of northeastern France where her great-grandparents lived. [ more ]
Blake Morrison's new memoir, Two Sisters, focuses on the lives of his siblings and their struggles, including his younger sister who died from alcohol abuse.
John Niven's memoir, O Brother, explores the life and death of his troubled brother who took his own life in 2010. [ more ]