Tag: Books

Vintage illustration depicting censorship as a caricature of a personified figure with scissors, known as 'Madame Anastasie', who has an oversized head, a prominent nose, and spectacles, wearing a chef's hat. Next to the figure sits an owl on the handle of a giant pair of scissors, symbolizing wisdom and perhaps the watchful eye of censorship. The exaggerated facial expressions and the scissors hint at the suppression of free speech or the cutting of content deemed inappropriate.

Censorship Clarified: Historical and Current Perspectives

About the book of Jean-Yves Mollier, 'Interdiction de publier: La censure d’hier…

By Jean-Yves Mollier 14 Min Read

Volunteers participate in 'Operation Christmas Child', a manifestation of Christian globalism, at a large warehouse. They are busy packing donation boxes intended for children globally, reflecting the charitable spirit and community engagement of the holiday season.

Christian Globalism: Bridging Distant Ties

Christian Globalism at Home: Child Sponsorship in the United States (Princeton, 2020)…

By Hillary Kaell 11 Min Read

The Agnew Clinic" by Thomas Eakins epitomizes medical professionalism, depicting a 19th-century surgical lecture in meticulous detail.

Redefining Professionalism: A Historical and Sociopolitical Exploration

Faitini's book Shaping the Profession unveils the rich history and multidimensional moral,…

By Tiziana Faitini Michele Nicoletti Massimo Palma 22 Min Read

An artistically rendered phoenix, symbolizing resilience and rebirth, majestically rises from the ashes of burnt book pages against a dark background, visually embodying the theme of 'Intellectual Freedom'.

Freedom of Expression

Intellectual Freedom: The Power of Books Against Censorship

Championing intellectual freedom, literature stands as a defiant bulwark against censorship, embodying…

By P&RR 13 Min Read