Tag: writing

Robert Caro on the making of “The Power Broker” — revered nonfiction about Robert Moses and NYC

Robert Caro on the Making of “The Power Broker” The legendary historian and biographer explains how, from a background in daily journalism, he came to write one of the most revered nonfiction books of the twentieth century. With David Remnick July 5, 2024 https://player.simplecast.com/f26760e6-d983-4944-b250-4b1ff5a43c68?dark=false Download a transcript. Listen and subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Google | Wherever You Listen Sign up for our daily … Continue reading Robert Caro on the making of “The Power Broker” — revered nonfiction about Robert Moses and NYC →

Are books or e-readers like Kindles, better for the climate?

http://www.npr.org/2024/05/25/1252930557/book-e-reader-kindle-climate What’s better for the climate: A paper book, or an e-reader? MAY 25, 20245:00 AM ET Chloe Veltman for NPR The summer reading season is here. Some people will opt for paperbacks because they're easy to borrow and share. Others will go for e-readers, or audiobooks streamed on a phone. But which is the … Continue reading Are books or e-readers like Kindles, better for the climate? →