Reading Guides
Practical, evergreen pieces on how to read difficult books and theory.
Wacousta: The Canadian Gothic Novel You Were Never Assigned
There are few books in the Canadian canon that are as under-assigned as John Richardson's historical romance Wacousta. And that's for good reason.
Seeing Monsters: Reading Frankenstein in the Age of Misrecognition
The Creature's worst wound isn't the one Victor gives him in the lab. It's the one he gives himself, months later, kneeling at a forest pool and seeing his own reflection for the first time.
Reading Against the Machine: Brave New World and Foucault’s Rank and File
Why is Brave New World still so relevant in 2026? Explore Aldous Huxley’s dystopia alongside Michel Foucault’s theory of disciplinary power, algorithmic control, consumer culture, and modern political life.
How to Read Theory: 8 Strategies for Understanding Complex Texts
Learn how to start reading theory with these 8 practical tips. From choosing the right tools to understanding historical context, make complex texts accessible.