Falling Under Her Spell
Is it love or just an illusion? Pittsburgh Opera continues its 2019-2020 season with Handel’s Baroque masterpiece, Alcina. The opera, from a libretto by A. Marchi adapted from Ariosto’s Orlando Furioso, tells the story of … Continued
The Perfect Stranger
No one is ever who they seem to be and everyone has something to hide.
How Nature and Humans Shape Each Other
Last year I made more of an effort to read narrative non-fiction, and unconsciously followed a theme of how the natural world and the human world have shaped each other … Continued
The Ten Thousand Doors of January
January will learn the hard way that adventures are rarely easy, and even worse, can be extremely dangerous.
Classic Myths Revisited: Beyond Circe
If you are one of the many people who have read and loved Madeline Miller’s Circe, these books are for you.
The Data Book I Didn’t Know I Needed
If you choose to only read one data or science book this year (ok or next year since it’s so close to the end of 2019) please read this one.
History Holiday Binge
If you’re a bit of a casual history buff, like me, then you might want to add these books that take you back in time to your holiday reading list.
Mobituaries
Mo Rocca loves to read obituaries, and he has turned this hobby into a successful podcast. The companion book is the perfect read for those that like to browse through … Continued
A List of Ten
Thanks to the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh and Pittsburgh Arts and Lectures Ten Evenings series, here are recommendations to help you find that #nextread!
The Mystical Power of Love
Do you believe that love can take you on a journey that changes you forever? Pittsburgh Opera continues its 2019-2020 season with Daniel Catán’s Florencia en el Amazonas. This opera … Continued