David Nilsen takes some time to think about a dismal bookshop of his own.
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A Dismal Bookshop Of One’s Own
With Theodore Dalrymple as his muse, M.S. Birt pauses to read and have a pint or two in the bookshop/tavern of his imagination.
Write Like Your Parents Are Already Dead
David Nilsen considers the second best writing advice he’s ever encountered.
Welcome To The Internet Party
Phil Cox reflects on the impact of the internet on his intellectual journey.
Do Humans Dream Of Synthetic Sheep?
Greg Surber gets lost in a maze of possibilities as he ponders the blinding pace of scientific and technological innovation.
Doors, Windows And Gates
In his latest photo collection, S.D. Birt peers into and out of doors, windows and gates.
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On Misanthropy
A simple book review reminds M.S. Birt of his intellectual laziness.