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Between the late 1840s and the late 1860s, the United States and Mexico had quite a bit in common. Both suffered from reactionary succession movements, both faced brutal civil wars, and both had to figure out a method of reconstructing broken nations... more

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Rabbi Jeffrey Salkin
Rabbi and author of Inviting God In: A Guide to Jewish Prayer.
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Episode: Jeffrey K. Salkin, "Inviting God In: A Guide to Jewish Prayer" (CCAR Press, 2025)
Sebastian Truskolaski
An Assistant Professor in German Cultural Studies at the University of Manchester.
University of Manchester
Episode: Sebastian Truskolaski, "Adorno and the Ban on Images" (Bloomsbury, 2022)
Dr. Marek Kohn
Author and commentator on national identities and urban culture
Yale University Press
Episode: Marek Kohn, "The Stories Old Towns Tell: A Journey Through Cities at the Heart of Europe" (Yale UP, 2023)
Verena Halsmayer
Post-doctoral researcher at the University of Vienna, author of "Managing Growth in Miniature: Solow's Model as an Artifact"
University of Vienna
Episode: Verena Halsmayer on Managing Growth in Miniature: Solow’s Model as an Artifact
John Camacho
Co-founder of the Moral Questions of Sports, Law degree holder, and author.
Moral Questions of Sports
Episode: John A. Camacho and Zack Hamilton, "Sports Chaos: Exploring the Reasons Behind Expert Business, Legal, and Moral Decisions" (2025)
Zack Hamilton
Co-founder of the Moral Questions of Sports, Executive Search Consultant, and author.
Moral Questions of Sports
Episode: John A. Camacho and Zack Hamilton, "Sports Chaos: Exploring the Reasons Behind Expert Business, Legal, and Moral Decisions" (2025)
Jim Cullen
Cultural historian and teacher at Greenwich Country Day School
Greenwich Country Day School
Episode: Jim Cullen, "1980: America's Pivotal Year" (Rutgers UP, 2022)
Stephen Hopper
Conservation biologist and author of 'Eucalyptus'
Episode: Stephen D. Hopper, "Eucalyptus" (Reaktion, 2025)
Alvaro Salas-Castro
President and CEO of the Reynolds Foundation, expert in behavioral economics, diplomacy, and public-private partnerships with a focus on investment and philanthropy
Reynolds Foundation
Episode: Democracy and Freedom: The Role of Philanthropy and Education

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Host of New Books Network, focusing on various topics related to literature and culture.

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Karen Auman, "The Good Forest: The Salzburgers, Success, and the Plan for Georgia" (U Georgia Press, 2024)
Q: Which of the Salzburgers' neighbors do you think had the greatest impact on the settlers?
The Salzburgers' supporters in Europe and Britain played a critical role in their survival and success compared to their direct neighbors.
Karen Auman, "The Good Forest: The Salzburgers, Success, and the Plan for Georgia" (U Georgia Press, 2024)
Q: What factors led to the creation of this closed community?
Leadership from Bolzius, shared experiences of exile, and distinct religious and cultural ties all contributed to forming a tight-knit community.
Karen Auman, "The Good Forest: The Salzburgers, Success, and the Plan for Georgia" (U Georgia Press, 2024)
Q: What role did the wilderness play in the lives of the settlers?
The wilderness presented significant challenges as the Salzburgers transitioned from their former lives in Europe to farming in the Georgian pine barrens.
Karen Auman, "The Good Forest: The Salzburgers, Success, and the Plan for Georgia" (U Georgia Press, 2024)
Q: How did being exiles affect the early Salzburger settlers?
Being exiled was a defining moment for the Salzburgers and fostered a strong sense of community and unity among them.
Karen Auman, "The Good Forest: The Salzburgers, Success, and the Plan for Georgia" (U Georgia Press, 2024)
Q: What led you to title your book, The Good Forest, The Salzburgers, Success, and the Plan for Georgia?
The title 'The Good Forest' refers both to the environmental conditions of the new land and the moral foundations the Salzburgers aimed to establish in their community.

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What is New Books Network about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content features in-depth interviews with authors about their latest publications, often exploring significant themes in history, culture, and literature. Topics such as religious studies, social justice, and historical narratives are commonly addressed, with conversations frequently highlighting the intellectual insights behind each book. The format allows for lively discussions, giving listeners not only an understanding of the book's content but also its broader implications within academic and societal contexts. Noteworthy is the diversity of guests, ranging from professors to authors, which enriches the discourse across various disciplines.

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