David Nirenberg

David Nirenberg is the director and Leon Levy Professor at the Institute for Advanced Study.

The World John von Neumann Built

The World John von Neumann Built The World John von Neumann Built

Game theory, computers, the atom bomb—these are just a few of things von Neumann played a role in developing, changing the 20th century for better and worse.

Nov 28, 2022 / Books & the Arts / David Nirenberg

The Long and Terrifying History of the Blood Libel

The Long and Terrifying History of the Blood Libel The Long and Terrifying History of the Blood Libel

A new history by Magda Teter tracks the spread of the pernicious myth and the role new technologies and communication tools played in its dissemination.

Nov 16, 2020 / Books & the Arts / David Nirenberg

Power and Piety

Power and Piety Power and Piety

Is the promotion of violence inherent to any religion?

Apr 29, 2015 / Books & the Arts / David Nirenberg

From Cairo to Córdoba: The Story of the Cairo Geniza

From Cairo to Córdoba: The Story of the Cairo Geniza From Cairo to Córdoba: The Story of the Cairo Geniza

Adina Hoffman and Peter Cole's Sacred Trash offers a precious meditation on how the discovery of hidden hoards of history can transform our worlds.

Jun 1, 2011 / Books & the Arts / David Nirenberg

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