- Marian Anderson’s complex legacy.
by Alex Ross - Q. Are there any surprising facts to be discovered here? What can we tell about the author from his sentences about his subject?
Issue of April 13, 2009
Q. Is this funny or mean? Why? Would it still be funny without the translations? Is there a seed of truth? Is the original advertisement sincere or satirical?
Q. Is this more informational or entertaining? Do you agree with Lepore's assessment of moral vs. market economy and it's consequences? Are there dangers common or unique to each?
Q. What does Orwell get right? get wrong? What more do we learn about him?
Q. Do today's moguls have the power of yesterday's version? Did competition make a better product? Still?
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4/12/2009