Isabel Montero got her bachelor’s degree from Whittier College, where she worked as a copy editor for her college’s newspaper, The Quaker Campus. Her poems and short fiction have been published in Whittier College’s Greenleaf Review. Residing in Whittier, California, she enjoys reading YA romances, journaling, and writing sad poems. In her free time, you can find her singing at the top of her lungs at concerts, spending time with her family, or discovering new delicious restaurants.
Trace the ripple effects of history across time.
A journey through Japan’s past and its enduring traditions.
How an unremarkable bar became a historic LGBTQ+ landmark.
Why was Roosevelt allowed to remain in office for 12 years?
America’s first pioneers of the stars.
Traverse the frontlines of fiction.
Discover the grand wonders and rich history of the Emerald Isle.
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Learn more about historical events of the past and present from the comfort of your couch.
Originally published in 1974, Studs Terkel's collection of interviews remains relevant and insightful.