Walker Larson
Author
Prior to becoming a freelance journalist and culture writer, Walker Larson taught literature and history at a private academy in Wisconsin, where he resides with his wife and daughter. He holds a master's in English literature and language, and his writing has appeared in The Hemingway Review, Intellectual Takeout, and his Substack, The Hazelnut. He is also the author of two novels, "Hologram" and "Song of Spheres."
LATEST
Discipline and Love: The Daily Routine of Nathaniel Hawthorne
Hawthorne developed his routine in his youth, and marriage helped his art blossom.
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A Fairy Tale City: The Tuscan Town of Lucca
Lucca’s Roman roots, Gothic grandeur, and Tuscan artistry make it an unforgettable destination.
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A Case for Beauty in Our Cities
Modern architecture often prioritizes efficiency over aesthetics, but it leaves the human heart wanting more.
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5 Conversations Every Couple Needs to Have for a Stronger Marriage
When couples talk openly and empathetically about the right things, they protect their relationships and have happier, more resilient marriages.
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John Barry: Father of the American Navy
From merchant activities in the West Indies to heading naval battles during the American Revolution, Barry has rightfully earned this unofficial title.
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T.S. Eliot Explains What a ‘Classic’ Is
With an explanation that reaches back to the ‘Aeneid,’ 20th-century poet T.S. Eliot tells modern readers how to identify classics.
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The Sweetness of Doing Nothing: Why We Need Boredom
Boredom is an opportunity for growth, creativity, and self-discovery for those willing to embrace it.
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Why Children Need Fairy Tales
From Cinderella’s humility to St. George’s courage, fairy tales tell of goodness, evil, and truth that endures.
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The Antidote to the Tyranny of the Present: Studying History
History is more than a list of names and dates; it’s a window into the human experience that forms how we address the present.
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In Praise of Porches
Before screens and backyards took over, American communities were held together by something much simpler—and more profound.
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Discipline and Love: The Daily Routine of Nathaniel Hawthorne
Hawthorne developed his routine in his youth, and marriage helped his art blossom.
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A Fairy Tale City: The Tuscan Town of Lucca
Lucca’s Roman roots, Gothic grandeur, and Tuscan artistry make it an unforgettable destination.
|
A Case for Beauty in Our Cities
Modern architecture often prioritizes efficiency over aesthetics, but it leaves the human heart wanting more.
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5 Conversations Every Couple Needs to Have for a Stronger Marriage
When couples talk openly and empathetically about the right things, they protect their relationships and have happier, more resilient marriages.
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John Barry: Father of the American Navy
From merchant activities in the West Indies to heading naval battles during the American Revolution, Barry has rightfully earned this unofficial title.
|
T.S. Eliot Explains What a ‘Classic’ Is
With an explanation that reaches back to the ‘Aeneid,’ 20th-century poet T.S. Eliot tells modern readers how to identify classics.
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The Sweetness of Doing Nothing: Why We Need Boredom
Boredom is an opportunity for growth, creativity, and self-discovery for those willing to embrace it.
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Why Children Need Fairy Tales
From Cinderella’s humility to St. George’s courage, fairy tales tell of goodness, evil, and truth that endures.
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The Antidote to the Tyranny of the Present: Studying History
History is more than a list of names and dates; it’s a window into the human experience that forms how we address the present.
|
In Praise of Porches
Before screens and backyards took over, American communities were held together by something much simpler—and more profound.
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