Elizabeth Whitworth

Senior SEO Writer

Elizabeth has a lifelong love of books. She devours nonfiction, especially in the areas of history, theology, and philosophy. A switch to audiobooks has kindled her enjoyment of well-narrated fiction, particularly Victorian and early 20th-century works. She appreciates idea-driven books—and a classic murder mystery now and then. Elizabeth has a Substack and is writing a book about what the Bible says about death and hell.

Expertise

History, Theology, Government

Awards

Contributions to joint task force efforts (FBI), Contributions to Special Operations Division (DOJ & DEA), Efforts to fight the war on drugs (NSA), Contributions to Operation Storm Front (US Customs Service)

American Prometheus: A Book About J. Robert Oppenheimer

Why did J. Robert Oppenheimer participate in the development of the atomic bomb? What did he do after the war? Did his attitude about the Manhattan Project ever change? American Prometheus, a book by writers Kai Bird and Martin Sherwin, provides a comprehensive look at scientist J. Robert Oppenheimer. A historical figure best known for developing the atomic bomb that wrought destruction on Japan in World War II, his broader and deeper story is told in this biography. Continue reading for our American Prometheus book overview.

10 Days to Faster Reading: Book Overview & Takeaways

Do you have a pile of reading material you’ve been meaning to read for ages? Do you feel you could learn more if only you could read faster? In 10 Days to Faster Reading, Abby Marks Beale and the Princeton Language Institute provide strategies to help you zip through web pages, books, magazines, and newspapers. Not only can you read faster, but you can understand and remember everything you read. Here’s our overview of this practical book that can propel you toward a personal reading revolution.

J. Robert Oppenheimer’s Mental Health Struggles in Early Life

How did J. Robert Oppenheimer struggle with mental health? Was he ever diagnosed with specific conditions? In American Prometheus, biographers Kai Bird and Martin Sherwin provide an in-depth look into the life of the man best known for his work on developing the atomic bomb. The authors discuss how J. Robert Oppenheimer’s adolescent years were marked by emotional instability. Read more to learn about Oppenheimer’s mental health struggles in his youth.

Why Is Faith Important? How Belief Helps You Truly Succeed

Why is faith important? What can spirituality do that nothing else can? Chasing career achievements, wealth, and prestige isn’t completely satisfying. The older you get, the more that’s true. Arthur Brooks advises that, as you age, you should dedicate yourself to life success—in other words, living a well-rounded life full of contentment and love. Faith, he says, is a major part of this. Keep reading to discover the difference that a belief in something greater can make in your life.

33 Brené Brown Vulnerability Quotes (+ Context)

How important is vulnerability? Why is it vital for healthy relationships, effective leadership, and a fulfilled life? Brené Brown studies, promotes, and lives vulnerability. In her bestselling books, if vulnerability isn’t the main theme, it still features prominently. We’ve put together a collection of quotes from her books that will help you know why it’s a quality worth understanding and practicing. Continue reading for 33 Brené Brown vulnerability quotes that will give you a glimpse into her insights.

How to Improve Your Reading Speed: 5 Strategies for Efficiency

What if you could read faster and increase your comprehension at the same time? How would that propel your learning and productivity? In 10 Days to Faster Reading, Abby Marks Beale and the Princeton Language Institute say that speed-reading isn’t just a nifty ability. They argue that the skills entailed in speed-reading are important for focus, comprehension, productivity, expertise, and even reading enjoyment. Let’s take a look at how to improve your reading speed with their strategies.

How to Redefine Success in Later Life: 3 Strategies for Fulfillment

Are you in (or approaching) the second half of your life? What deliberate mindset change should you make in order to continue thriving? In From Strength to Strength, Arthur Brooks says that, as you get older, your professional skills could start to decline and you might no longer be able to succeed in your current job. Despite this, with the right mindset, the second half of your life can be even happier and more meaningful than the first. Keep reading to learn how to redefine success in later life and find fulfillment in new ways.

Before the Manhattan Project: J. Robert Oppenheimer’s Early Life

Why did J. Robert Oppenheimer almost get kicked out of Cambridge? Was he a communist? How did the attack on Pearl Harbor change his focus and, ultimately, his life? Biographers Kai Bird and Martin Sherwin aren’t content to talk only about J. Robert Oppenheimer’s work on the Manhattan Project. They also discuss his struggles with mental illness in his youth, his education and career launch, and his political activism that led to allegations of Communist Party membership. Keep reading to learn about Oppenheimer’s early life, including the preface to his involvement in the development of the atom bomb.

The God Equation: The Quest for a Theory of Everything

Is there a theory of everything? How close are we to finding it? For centuries, scientists have sought a single theory that would provide one equation from which we can derive a complete understanding of the universe. In The God Equation: The Quest for a Theory of Everything, Michio Kaku suggests an approach that might be the path to uniting all the laws of nature. Continue reading for an overview of this mind-bending book.

The Myth of Sisyphus by Albert Camus: Book Overview

What’s Albert Camus’s philosophy? Why does he think that life is worth living—despite its absurdity? In his 1942 essay The Myth of Sisyphus, Albert Camus describes his philosophy of the absurd. In spite of life’s absurdity, he believes that we should continue to live and try to derive as much fulfillment as we can from our brief existence. Continue reading for an overview of this classic work.