The History of Ideas Reading Club Is Open

Serious ideas deserve more than a quick reaction. The History of Ideas Reading Club is now open: a monthly place to read a substantial essay, listen to a connected conversation, and discuss one focused historical question together.

Begin with the Baltic Way

Our opening sequence examines how song, memory and collective action helped turn the Baltic Way into a form of non-violent political power.

How the club works

• Read: one accessible, properly cited essay.
• Listen: a linked podcast conversation that opens the argument further.
• Discuss: a focused question with prompts for close reading and civil disagreement.

New readers can begin at any time. Read first, listen next, then bring your interpretation to the Common Room.