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Close and Loving, or Oppressive? A Novelist Takes Aim at Italian Families.

Many Italians see themselves in Andrea Bajani’s latest novel, a portrayal of the family as a “little totalitarian system” shaped by psychological and physical violence.

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NYT Books and Literature

Close and Loving, or Oppressive? A Novelist Takes Aim at Italian Families.

NYT Books and Literature

Why a Peaceful Relationship Isn’t Always a Healthy One

Priya Parker, author of “The Art of Fighting,” talked about why conflict avoidance can hurt relationships on “The Interview.”

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Why a Peaceful Relationship Isn’t Always a Healthy One

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Book Review: ‘The Great Wherever,’ by Shannon Sanders

In “The Great Wherever,” generations of spirits watch as their descendants debate whether or not to sell their ancestral home.

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Book Review: ‘The Great Wherever,’ by Shannon Sanders

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Book Review: ‘The Anniversary,’ by Andrea Bajani

“The Anniversary,” a novel by the Italian novelist Andrea Bajani, examines a marriage ravaged by abuse and malice.

3 hours ago

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Book Review: ‘The Anniversary,’ by Andrea Bajani

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The Month’s Best New Mystery Books

Our columnist on four of the month’s best releases.

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The Month’s Best New Mystery Books

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An Expert on Conflict Says Your Relationships Are Doomed Without It

In her forthcoming book, “The Art of Fighting,” Priya Parker argues that intentional, thoughtful conflict within and between groups can be a pathway to greater connection.

3 hours ago

NYT Books and Literature

An Expert on Conflict Says Your Relationships Are Doomed Without It