Author: Marshall Tankersley
Survival of the Fittest: How English Took Over The World
Marshall Tankersley You don’t want to run into English in a dark alleyway. Granted, there aren’t many things you’d choose to run into on the dank cobblestones of a darkened […]
The Interaction of Science and Faith: A Recap of the Forum Hosted by Dr. Steven Dilday
If you ask anyone about the relationship between science and faith, you will likely find that they view the two as polar opposites. If one believes in science, it necessarily […]
Stories, and What to Do About Them
Of what importance are stories to the modern mind? Humans have entertained and enlightened one another for centuries using the power of words, relating true or fictional tales that promote […]
Hey You Kids, Get Off My Lawn: The Story of English
Marshall Tankersley Why is the English Language so elusive? While other languages like French have their edges clearly and well defined, English hops and skips along nonchalantly, grabbing new words […]
Inspiration in the Age of the Intellect—The Life of Dr. Britt Terry
Amanda Platz, Marshall Tankersley There aren’t many people you can tell are English-loving individuals, but Dr. Virginia “Britt” Terry is one such person. With her willowy figure and piercing eyes, you […]
The Hand of God—A Conversation With Dr. Tonya Strickland
Jessica Mau Dr. Tonya Strickland is Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs at Southern Wesleyan University, and has held that position since 2015. Dr. Strickland has a Bachelor’s and […]
On Original Sin—G.K. Chesterton’s Examination of a Basic Christian Tenet
Marshall Tankersley G.K. Chesterton argues that, contrary to popular belief, man is an innately sinful creature. While mankind likes to walk the Earth and believe that he is a paragon […]
Love, Loss, and Christianity—Deep Theology in The Pearl
Marshall Tankersley If there is one thing every human experiences though their life, it is loss. If one lives long enough, one will see family, friends, and associates pass away […]
Christ and the Academic―An Interview With Joseph Pearce
Marshall Tankersley Joseph Pearce is a prolific author formerly from the United Kingdom. Mr. Pearce has written a multitude of biographies and studies of various historical figures, ranging from G.K. […]
Trust and Betrayal in Othello 2020
Marshall Tankersley Who do you trust the most? Is it a loved one? Is it a friend? Is it someone who you think is a friend? What would you do […]
Allegory Gone Wrong—A Review of “The Soft War”
Marshall Tankersley What makes a good allegory? Is it the ability to connect with its audience to communicate a truth or moral lesson? Is it how well the story takes […]
Madness and Sanity—G.K. Chesterton and the Decay of Modern Reason
Marshall Tankersley The line between madness and sanity is not always a clear one. Sometimes, the very best ideas require out-of-the-box thinking that may seem like madness upon first blush […]