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Paul Hendrickson’s new book, “Plagued by Fire: The Dreams and Furies of Frank Lloyd Wright,” brought him full-circle to the famed architect of his childhood in Illinois.

Louisa Shepard ・October 21, 2019

In addition to pursuing her double-major in English and international relations, junior Chloe Gong is writing a novel, a take on “Romeo and Juliet” set in 1920s Shanghai. “These Violent Delights,” is expected to be released next fall.

Louisa Shepard ・October 4, 2019

What does it mean to study the Victorian era now? For Steinlight, it’s considering how 21st-century challenges, interests, and perspectives influence and inform how scholars examine the 19th century.

Penn Today Staff ・September 30, 2019

Here, a collection of Penn faculty and students share some of their goals for the 2019-20 academic year, plus a quote that's keeping them motivated.

Brandon Baker ・August 26, 2019

During three days of Woodstock in August of 1969, Anthony DeCurtis of the School of Arts and Sciences was 18, growing up in New York City and obsessed with the music that would form the foundation of his writing and teaching.

Louisa Shepard ・August 14, 2019

The Penn community recalls the life and legacy of renowned author and teacher Toni Morrison, H‘88.

Brandon Baker ・August 9, 2019

Rising junior Joyce Hida is making the most of her RealArts summer internship, working at the Poetry and Literature Center at the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C.

Louisa Shepard ・July 9, 2019

In a new book, English Professor David L. Eng and psychotherapist Shinhee Han illuminate the lives and struggles of Asian-American students over a 20-year period.

Penn Today Staff ・June 17, 2019

The award-winning poet writer of libretti, translator, and archivist looks back on his career.

Penn Today Staff ・June 10, 2019

A unique course combining literature and design leads to a mobile printing press that will be part of the poet’s 200th birthday celebration.

Louisa Shepard ・May 29, 2019