The New Criterion

The New Criterion is a monthly journal of opinion that reviews the arts and intellectual life. It’s been around since the early 80s and is almost always worth reading. It is not at all a Christian publication; it is not even religious. It is, however, written by...

Fascinating Reflection about ELP

When I used to buy rock albums, my favorite band was Emerson, Lake, and Palmer. They were pioneers of what eventually came to be called Prog, or “Progressive Rock.” The idea was that they combined rock rhythms with classical structures–easy enough...

How to Tie a Four-in-Hand Knot

Since gentlemen tie their own ties, and since ties are not always the same length or shape, every gentleman should master at least three knots. The full Windsor is the most basic, the half Windsor is the most versatile, but the four-in-hand is actually the simplest....