book learning

In supple pentameter, Shakespeare explores the difference between the book learning the young men meant to engage in and the learning that emerges, despite their plans, from “the prompting eyes of beauty’s tutors.”

The two poles of big American game shows are “Jeopardy,” the high-stakes egghead showdown that rewards book learning, and “The Price Is Right,” the giddy guessing game that tests everyday consumer skills like knowing what to pay for a box of Hamburger Helper.

The two poles of big American game shows are “Jeopardy,” the high-stakes egghead showdown that rewards book learning, and “The Price Is Right,” the giddy guessing game that tests everyday consumer skills like knowing what to pay for a box of Hamburger Helper.

But what he lacks in book learning he’s more than made up for in wisdom, humanity and street smarts.

While jajangmyeon is made and enjoyed year-round, I only recently read in chef Peter Serpico’s book, “Learning Korean,” written with Drew Lazor, that it’s traditionally served on April 14, known as Black Day in Korea.