Meredith Hall's Without a Map continues to resonate with readers.

A Q&A with homeschooling expert Robert Kunzman addresses some of the criticism his book has received from conservative bloggers.

Kathryn Joyce uncovers the dark side of Christian adoption agencies.

The Ethicurean looks at Nancy Gift's A Weed by Any Other Name (Gifted posted here today).

Marcus Rediker has a stimulating discussion about pirates with the inmates of Auburn Prison.

Mark Winne looks at the link between obesity and poverty.