Description
In this issue, we reflect on surprises of all sorts. We remember the times when our plans were foiled by romance, tragedy, and, yes, a pandemic. We investigate the surprise that Christianity (a religion staked, quite literally, on the body of a crucified convict) should exist at all. With contributions from Harrison Scott Key, Oliver Burkeman, Leslie Jamison, and Liz Tichenor. Find out more here.