In “Spoken Word: A Cultural History,” Joshua Bennett traces the roots, rise and influence of a movement that continues to reverberate. By Tas Tobey When you purchase an independently reviewed ...

‘Word for Word’ looks at some of his best-known songs like “I Couldn’t Leave You If I Tried” “Leaving Louisiana in the Broad Daylight,” “Somewhere Tonight,” and others. MORE FROM ...

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Steve Martin Writes the Written Word is an aptly-named collection and excellent introduction to the comedian’s best writings, including some new material.. The book showcases Martin’s versatility as a ...

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S. C. Cornell reviews “Mother Tongue,” by Jenni Nuttall, a book about the origins and linguistic evolution of words used to discuss women’s bodies and experiences.