Books
New study presents new way to observe rate at which culture changes.
Scientists create an algorithm to translate text into different literary styles of the Bible.
Concerned scientists look for “Harry Potter” effect to explain Indonesia’s new owl trade.
Author Duchess Harris talks about the economic and social factors that led African-American women to work as "computers" for NASA.
Beloved writer's work combines fantastical stories with social commentary.
Interpreting clues from 500-year-old book required math developed long after initial publication.
In a new book, Sean Carroll brings together physics and philosophy while advocating for "poetic naturalism."
A new computer science project translates emotions described in books into music.
Reading complicated panels may rely on a rulebook and experience.
Genomes and language provide clues on the origin of Homer's classic.