Joseph Conrad was born on this day in 1857.

 People tweeting about Amazon drones.

Rivka Galchen talks about her new story.

Wonder what Claire Messud read this year? Wonder no more…

Ever wonder about that classic Capitol Records sound?

Nina Simone having a difficult time clapping.

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