Comparing “Warlock” by Oakley Hall and “Blood Meridian” by Cormac McCarthy sheds light on how both novels reshape and redefine the Western genre. Let’s embark on a comparative analysis that argues that “Blood Meridian” delivers against the promise hinted at by “Warlock” in terms of exploring the darker aspects of the Western genre:
Continue reading“Warlock” by Oakley Hall, published in 1958, is a Western novel that delves deeply into the psychology and morality of its characters, while simultaneously offering a revisionist perspective on the traditional Western narrative. Here’s a brief critical analysis:
Continue readingBlood Meridian, or the Evening Redness in the West” is a 1985 novel by American author Cormac McCarthy. It is often considered one of his most challenging and accomplished works. Here’s a brief critical analysis of the novel…
Continue readingJoin me in an exploration of the life, works, and themes of Fritz Leiber…
Continue readingThe latest article by Siva Vaidhyanathan, “Elon Musk is a lesson in the dangers of unchecked corporate leaders”, recently published in The Guardian, seems to show similar flaws to his previous article, already two months old, about the imminent collapse of X/Twitter and the danger of Elon Musk. He uses his previous article as “evidence” in his latest piece, despite flaws in both. Join me in an exploration and critical analysis of this new article.
Continue readingThe article “Twitter was locked in a chaotic doom loop. Now it’s on the verge of collapse” by Siva Vaidhyanathan is, according to The Guardian, “already” two months old. It ascertains that X/Twitter’s financial/technical/moral collapse is “just around the corner” but this does not seem to be happening any time soon. Join me in an exploration and critical analysis of the article.
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Metallica stands as one of the most influential bands in heavy metal history. From their thrash roots to their mainstream hits and experimental ventures, the band’s journey is filled with highs, lows, and highlights the indelible mark left by its members, especially the enigmatic genius, Cliff Burton.
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Thomas Sowell, a renowned economist and author, has consistently been a voice in debates surrounding race, economics, and politics for over five decades. While many characterize his perspectives as conservative, it’s crucial to delve deeper and discern the essence of his arguments: a rigorous reliance on empirical evidence.
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Reading list as recommended by Thomas Sowell, with a short précis of each book.
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A comprehensive bibliography of Thomas Sowell with a short précis of each.
Continue readingA critical analysis of “Charter Schools and Their Enemies” by Thomas Sowell.
Continue readingA critical analysis of “Wealth, Poverty and Politics: An International Perspective” by Thomas Sowell.
Continue readingA critical analysis of “Intellectuals and Race” by Thomas Sowell.
Continue readingA critical analysis of “The Thomas Sowell Reader” by Thomas Sowell.
Continue readingA critical analysis of “Dismantling America: And Other Controversial Essays” by Thomas Sowell.
Continue reading“Intellectuals and Society” by Thomas Sowell, a critical analysis.
Continue readingA critical analysis of “Economic Facts and Fallacies” by Thomas Sowell.
Continue readingMore in my series of critical analysis of the works of Thomas Sowell, with “Applied Economics: Thinking Beyond Stage One” by Thomas Sowell.
Continue readingA critical analysis of “Controversial Essays” by Thomas Sowell.
Continue readingA critical analysis of Thomas Sowell’s “A Personal Odyssey”.
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