Donne’s Long Sentence
17 June 2025
A close reading of one sentence from Donne’s 1622 sermon and how syntax shapes obligation.
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This blog features short reflections, notes, and resources on writing, teaching, editing, and early modern research.
June 2025
What Is a Sermon For?
09 June 2025
A brief look at how early colonial sermons preached empire, not just doctrine.
What the 17th Century Taught Me About Email
01 June 2025
Lessons from John Chamberlain’s seventeenth-century letters on how to write emails with care, rhythm, and intention.
May 2025
What Is a Charter?
26 May 2025
A short explanation of early modern charters and why they matter for understanding literature, power, and corporate logic.
How to Revise a Sentence
20 May 2025
Some practical strategies for tightening student writing without losing voice.
Tools I Use to Edit Texts
15 May 2025
A short guide to how I use Git, XML, and static sites to build collaborative editions.