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Four score and seven years ago our fathers brought forth on this continent a new nation, conceived in liberty, and dedicated ...

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At a Beyoncé concert last summer, I found myself thinking about the right-wing philosopher Harry V. Jaffa. As the singer ...

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Nestled in the beautiful Shawnee Hills of southern Illinois, Carbondale offers visitors natural wonders and college-town energy! This vibrant small city sits surrounded by some of Illinois’ most ...

Here is the standout fiction and nonfiction of the year, selected by the staff of The New York Times Book Review.