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Death by Government by R.J. Rummel
This book is a study on what is in effect murder and genocide committed by governments during the 20th century.
Dec 15, 20203 min read


Till We Have Faces by C.S. Lewis
This novel is a re-telling of the myth of Cupid and Psyche. The story is narrated by an aging Orual...
Dec 14, 20202 min read


War is a Racket by Smedley D. Butler
War is a Racket by Major General Smedley D. Butler of the US Marine Corps was first published in 1935.
Dec 13, 20203 min read


Ubik by Philip K. Dick
Joe Chip works as a scout and team leader for Glen Runciter’s organization which employs people with the ability to counter psychic powers.
Dec 12, 20201 min read


Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? by Philip K. Dick
The source material for the modern classic Blade Runner, this novel focuses on Deckard more so than the film.
Dec 12, 20201 min read


The Cosmic Trilogy by C.S. Lewis
The Cosmic Trilogy (also the Space Trilogy and Ransom Trilogy) is a sci-fi/fantasy trilogy of the adventures of Dr Elwin Ransom.
Nov 22, 20202 min read


Sex and Culture
There is a very good article by Kirk Dunston about sexual morality and its impact on society.
Nov 21, 20202 min read


Dare to Prepare by Holly Drennan Deyo
This enormous volume has over 600 pages of useful information about prepping, small and big.
Nov 21, 20201 min read


Foreign Policy
In light of recent political events—and not just Brexit—it reminded me of a scene from BBC's Yes, Minister.
Nov 20, 20201 min read


Altered Carbon by Richard K. Morgan
Set in the 25th century, humans have the technological means to store their consciousness in “stacks” at the base of the skull...
Nov 19, 20202 min read


Socratic Logic (3rd Ed.) by Peter Kreeft
This is a solid logic textbook. It starts with a short introduction, including a brief two-page overview, before going through the basics.
Nov 19, 20202 min read


Superzero: How Hollywood Has Turned Every Comic Story into a Cultural Weapon
The Phantom was the first superhero, created back in 1936. I had to look it up because I have never been a fan of comic books...
Nov 18, 20204 min read


Film ● Mini-Review: Ava
Tries to be some sort of thriller but fails.
Jul 1, 20201 min read


Film ● Mini-Review: Angel Has Fallen
This time, Mike Banning is framed and he has to run. Definitely the weakest of the trilogy.
Aug 22, 20191 min read


Film ● Mini-Review: The Fable
A comedy about an assassin and his assistant told to lay low and not kill anyone. Could be funnier but still a solid film that is enjoyable.
Jun 20, 20192 min read


Film ● Mini-Review: John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum
Not a bad action film but it is more of the same.
May 16, 20191 min read


Film ● Mini-Review: Cold Pursuit
Not a Taken clone but rather a vigilante-revenge black comedy. Enjoyable and recommended.
Feb 7, 20191 min read


Film ● Mini-Review: Polar
The production itself isn’t bad, maybe tries a little too hard. Either way, the action scenes are not dazzling.
Jan 24, 20191 min read


Film ● Mini-Review: Close
Bodyguard film that tries to be gritty but lacks plot and action.
Jan 17, 20191 min read


Film ● Mini-Review: Peppermint
Tries to be a gritty vigilante-revenge film but execution is lacking. The action and logistics just feel awkward.
Sep 6, 20181 min read


Film ● Mini-Review: The Commuter
Not intended to be a shoot ’em up but rather a mystery-thriller. Starts off a little trippy but becomes a little too predictable.
Jul 31, 20181 min read
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