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Detailed history

Revisado: 09-13-24

Presentism, anti capitalist rhetoric, and lack of context diminished what could have been a much better history.

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Unexamined assumptions and missing context

Revisado: 09-19-22

While the author’s general message is valid, and potentially uplifting for cynical
Millennials, her lack of philosophical context and social political assumptions regularly derail her message.

She could have more simply perhaps used Buddhism, Zen, or even pop new age philosophies to argue for “be present and do good” without wading into the nihilist swamp to find the positive aspects of a philosophy that has so many undesirable adherents.
I found it interesting that she could find the positive in nihilism, but can’t find the positive in capitalism, policing, or contemporary racial/ethnic interactions.

Crux of the matter is that a broader background in philosophy, religion,, and history could have made a stronger argument possible, preferably without alienating those who disagree with her politics.

FWIW, Isaac Singer’s Shosha ends with the following passage that seems to hit at the core concept well:

“Haiml began speaking to me, to himself, and to no one in particular: “Where did all the years go to? Who will remember them after we’re gone? The writers will write, but they’ll get everything topsy-turvy. There must be a place somewhere where everything is preserved, inscribed down to the smallest detail. Let us say that a fly has fallen into a spiderweb and the spider has sucked her dry. This is a fact of the universe and such a fact cannot be forgotten. If such a fact should be forgotten, it would create a blemish in the universe. Do you understand me or not?” “Yes, Haiml.” “Tsutsik, those are your words!” “I don’t remember saying them.” “You don’t remember, but I do. I remember everything that Morris said, that you said, and that Celia said. At times you uttered ridiculous foolishness, and I remember that, too. If God is wisdom, how can there be foolishness? And if God is life, how can there be death? I lie at night, a little man, a half-squashed fly, and I talk with the dead, with the living, with God – if He exists – and with Satan, who certainly does exist. I ask them, “What need was there for all this?” and I wait for an answer. What do you think, Tsutsik, is there an answer somewhere or not?” “No, no answer.” “Why not?” “There can’t be any answer for suffering – not for the sufferer.” “In that case, what am I waiting for?” Genia opened the door. “Why are you two sitting in the dark, eh?” Haiml laughed. “We’re waiting for an answer””

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Great podcast, great subject

Revisado: 05-17-22

The Delta Center Brain Trust has done an outstanding job of pulling together a podcast showcasing state of the art research and up to the minute news producers need.

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That was a tale!

Revisado: 10-28-21

Very enjoyable Homeric tale incorporating nostalgic Americana, coming of age, a deserving hero, and a satisfying conclusion.

While certain elements got a bit far fetched towards the end, the language and the characters earned my whole hearted suspension of disbelief.

Highly recommended!

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Delightful

Revisado: 05-13-21

Great read for committed Fandorin fans, enjoyable mystery fir those new to the clan. Recommended.

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Lifetime movie of the week + damaged cop tropes

Revisado: 08-11-18

While it was a page turner and an easy read, the story was dramatically overwrought. If damaged cops, self doubting women, and perfect villains are your thing, you’ll love this book.

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Outstanding

Revisado: 06-23-18

Read this to fill a hole in my education. Can’t believe I never read Roth before. Will read more soon.

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Ulysses-like

Revisado: 02-15-18

Very difficult going for the first half, but the payoff is worthwhile. Arguably more graphic than needed.

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Audible made this less tedious.

Revisado: 01-26-18

Picked this up to fill s gap in my literary background. The Audible performance made Joyce’s stream of consciousness style easier to follow and understand. Well done.

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He protesteth much

Revisado: 10-03-17

Equal parts an exploration of American culture in the 2010s and a Rushdie story of Indians straddling the parallel worlds of East/West, Islam/Christendom, Asia/Europe, etc. A page turner from page 1. I was sorry when it ended.

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