In The Shadow Of Mt Hollywood

There's something profoundly unserious about the UK lately, although I'm increasingly convinced this isn't new. According to The Guardian , Jason Arday, the Cambridge professor accused of plagiarism and embellishment, has resigned after the university announced he was to face new investigations into his qualifications and career. Arday, who had been dogged by a growing series of questions over his academic work and credentials, issued a statement on Wednesday night, saying the “relentless accusations, speculation and public commentary have taken a profound toll on me and on those I love” . . . Simon & Schuster had been preparing to publish Arday’s memoir, entitled Great and Unfortunate Things, later this month. His resignation may pause or even halt its publication and planned publicity tours. The Simon & Schuster question may be just another of his prevarications. In a separate Guardian story , Jason Arday, the former Cambridge professor accused of pl...