Idle Pamphlets

#02: A book in worse condition than a peccant soul

A humble reading of John Milton's Areopagitica.

Aug 2, 2025 • Lauren Kane

#01: All mouths were opened

Introducing a series on John Milton's prose.

Jun 1, 2025 • Lauren Kane

Is It a Novel

Henry James begins The Art of Fiction, “I should not have affixed so comprehensive a title to these few remarks.” C’est moi.

Apr 11, 2025 • Lauren Kane

In Search of Pure Metaphor

A brief defense of the poetic conceit.

Feb 23, 2025 • Lauren Kane

Wanton Ringlets

She was never not going to eat the apple, and it doesn't matter.

Feb 3, 2025 • Lauren Kane

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