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The author presented his views on University and College Union's boycott of Israeli universities.

Stephen Spender's poems and personal history are analyzed in light of the recent release of his biography from David Leeming entitled 'Stephen Spender: A Life in Modernism.' The poet had received much negative criticism early in his career, but his final volume 'Dolphins' received praise from most reviewers. More information on Spender's works and life is provided.

Issues are presented concerning the large number of classic literary works which are being reprinted in the year 2001. The writings of the major Scottish novelists and the installation of classic literature in the culture of Scotland are discussed.

Academics are given advice on how they can earn extra money to supplement their low pay.

The character Melmotte in Anthony Trollope's 'The Way We Live Now' is often taken to be Jewish, although the evidence in the novel is ambiguous. Trollope's preliminary notes for the novel suggest that he had two different characters in mind: a Jewish swindler of Germanic descent and an American swindler. The description of Melmotte retains aspects of both ideas, along with an element of Irishness as well.

Indexing performed by humans are demonstrated to be unmatched by the computer search engine in terms of making conceptual and abstract index. Computer indexing is flawed by information overload and problems of field specificity. How the human indexer can perform well in the limitations of the computer search engine is discussed.

The article examines the poet W.H. Auden's possible but unwitting role in the escape plans of the spy Guy Burgess.

The influence of Irish novelist Charles Lever on other authors is examined. Discussion includes Lever's contributions on how to treat battle scenes in narratives, comparing and contrasting William Makepeace Thackeray's approach versus Lever's blackly humorous style.

The works, views, and influences of literary critic and author Edward Said are analyzed. Topics discussed include Said's book Culture and Imperialism, his influences on mass media and contemporary literary criticism, and his interpretation of Orientalism-related subjects in literature as illustrated by his comments on the novels Vanity Fair, and Mansfield Park.