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A People's History of Science

Miners, Midwives, and Low Mechaniks

By Clifford D. Conner


In the traditional history of science, a few extraordinary men--Galileo, Newton, Einstein--tower over the masses. But science has always been a collective endeavor. This book turns our attention to the ordinary, working people who furthered the development of science.

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American Rebels


By Jack Newfield


In this anthology of original essays, leading American writers discuss individuals who reconciled authentic patriotism with original artistic creation, unpopular opinion, and real moral principles.

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The Samaritan's Dilemma

Should Government Help Your Neighbor?

By Deborah Stone


Experts say that too much help makes people passive and dependent, and self-interest is the only motive that spurs us to work and contribute to society. The Samaritan's Dilemma challenges this conventional wisdom. We live by everyday altruism. So when leaders define the ideal citizen as someone who withholds help, good people are repelled by politics.

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The American Dream

Walking in the Shoes of Carnies, Arms Dealers, Immigrant Dreamers, Pot Farmers, and Christian Believers

By Harmon Leon


In The American Dream, Harmon Leon uncovers the humorous, contradictory ways in which people define themselves in relation to their country. Leon's pursuit takes him from the pot fields of Northern California to reality T.V. shows in Culver City and from swinging parties in the suburbs to Christian protests against fornicators in Kansas, offering a funny, satirical and poignant take on what it means to live in twenty-first century America.

For more information, visit Harmon Leon's blog.

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A Procession of Them: Photo Exhibition

November 26 - January 18 | 401 Projects, New York
Watch Institute Fellow Eugene Richards' photographic exhibition, A Procession of Them, at 401 Projects in New York City.

January 15 | 8:30 am
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January 24 - May 16
Out of the Global City: An Uncommon Dialogue Series
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February 6 | 7:30 pm
Eugene Richards Presents His Two Latest Books
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February 18
Lecture/Signing at the ICP
(New York City)
Renowned photographer and Institute Fellow Eugene Richards will give a lecture at the International Center of Photography in New York City, after which he will sign copies of his two latest books, A Procession of Them and The Blue Room. MORE