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The Top 5 Longreads of the Week
Recommending notable stories by Adlai Coleman, Dan McQuade, Ronald W. Dworkin, Rebecca Burns, and Devon O’Neil.
Posted inNonfiction
The Substance of Silence: A Reading List About Hermits
Humans are social creatures, and loneliness can be debilitating — yet, many have discovered solace in the solitary life.
Posted inFeature
I Think I’m Going to Be Sick
The ride technology at amusement parks has become more sophisticated. For ride-goers prone to motion sickness, the outcome can be messy.
Posted inEditor's Pick
We Volunteered at a Gaza Hospital. What We Saw Was Unspeakable.
“American surgeons who witnessed the civilian carnage of the Israel-Hamas war.”
Posted inEditor's Pick
Noncompliant Heart
“Why was I chosen to lead the Pledge of Allegiance? My heart demands an answer to this question.”
Posted inQuestionnaire
The Longreads Questionnaire, Featuring Maria Popova
The creator of The Marginalian and author of the new book Traversal responds to 25 questions on writing, reading, and creativity.
Posted inEditor's Pick
Into the Wind
“There is a fine line between losing yourself and finding your deepest truths.”
