scholar

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Ben Lerner’s novel poetically recounts its narrator’s relationship with an eminent scholar.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

Dr Esther Xosei, a British scholar, activist and leading figure in the global reparations movement, welcomed the vote but doubts it will make much difference on its own.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

"This bill doesn't just create problems... it throws our lives out of order completely," said PhD scholar Vaibhav Das, who identifies as non‑binary.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

But as a scholar of the Gulf, I believe that the targeting of energy facilities is close to a worst-case outcome for regional states.

From Salon • Mar. 21, 2026

It was the first week of Twelfthmoon, on the far side of the Elmuthaleth, and Strange the dreamer—library stowaway and scholar of fairy tales—had never been thirstier, or more full of wonder.

From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor