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A very readable description of why Chinese do the things they do. Continue reading
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Evil in America by Ben Shapiro (2017)
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My first venture into the essays of Ben Shapiro, and I was not disappointed! Continue reading
Tucker by Chadwick Moore (2023)
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How do you feel about Tucker Carlson? Me too! Probably. That’s why this book is helpful, to provide us with a little context and to keep us from knee-jerking our way through life. Continue reading
High by Erika Fatland (2020)
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And excellent travelogue covering the histories of nations touching the Himalayas. Continue reading
Listen Slowly by Thanhha Lai (2015)
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I would normally never (of my own volition) read a novel about a 12yo girl, but this book had so many intersections with my own family and experience that it was actually a wonderful selection for me. Continue reading
Torches of Joy by John Dekker (1992)
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Although lacking the “thrills” of Don Richardson’s books, John Dekker’s book, Torches of Joy shares similar, pioneer victories overseas. Continue reading
The Cross in the Land of the Khukuri by Norma Kehrberg (2000)
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An historical, cultural, and religious look at the nation of Nepal. Continue reading
Pickled Goose Intestines: a Cultural Tale
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It’s nearly the Lunar New Year, and celebrations are happening. Fireworks are constant throughout our village, as the neighbors prepare to usher out the Year of the Dragon and usher in the Year of the Snake, the year of change. … Continue reading
Will AI Conform to Asimov’s Three Laws of Robotics?
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I’ve been on an Isaac Asimov kick recently. I’m currently working my way through the extended Foundation series, which includes eight books prior to Prelude to Foundation (1988), starting with The Complete Robot (1982). My brain’s been inundated with robots—the … Continue reading
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Burma Chronicles by Guy Delisle (2008)
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It’s probably no secret that Guy Delisle produces my all-time favorite graphic novels—travelogues filled with cultural insights constantly supported by honesty and humor. Most of Delisle’s books are autobiographical, the Frenchman exploring the cities and nations where his family ends … Continue reading