Happy Hour: The Battle of Britain

June, 1940—In the past two months, Nazi Germany has conquered Norway, Denmark, the Netherlands, Belgium, and France. Great Britain stands alone against the formidable German war machine. Now, Germany decides […]

Happy Hour: J.R.R. Tolkien: Myth & Modernism

J.R.R. Tolkien was a towering figure in the world of twentieth-century English letters. His labors on Beowulf continue to shape the literary landscape, his work on the Oxford English Dictionary […]

You’re Invited to a Truly Special Weekend!

We are thrilled to announce an exclusive event in partnership with The Faulkner Society — and you are on the guest list! ESU Members enjoy a $25 discount on registration […]