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Historian Nancy Isenberg argues that "everything we know about Aaron Burr is untrue."

The current plight of the American bison, which once numbered between 30 and 40 million in North America.

Hannah Holmes on how allergies shape our lives and landscapes.

The enduring beauty of Plato's Republic.

A behind-the-scenes look at a diplomat's life of service.

Reflections on the quinceañera, the Latina coming-of-age celebration.

David J. Garrow on the intelligence community

Sarah L. Courteau on the Bible's harlot queen

Jan Swafford on 20th-century classical music

Ken Chen on graphic novels

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