Monthly Archives: August 2016

Book Review: The Unknown God

Posted on August 19, 2016 by nathanalbright

The Unknown God, or Inspiration Among Pre-Christian Races, by C. Loring Brace As someone who has read more than my fair share of books attempting to smuggle the beliefs of Buddhism into Christianity [1] and who has thought long and … Continue reading →

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Crisis? What Crisis?

Posted on August 18, 2016 by nathanalbright

The cover of the album “Crisis?  What Crisis?” from Supertramp features a man lazing about in a beach chair in a grim environment, blissfully unaware of the unpleasant world around him [1].  There are plenty of ironies, as is often … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Civilization And Its Enemies

Posted on August 18, 2016 by nathanalbright

Civilization And Its Enemies:  The Next Stage Of History, by Lee Harris This book is a blunt-spoken and insightful book written shortly after 9/11 and containing striking insights concerning the class of civilizations that has marked the last fifteen years … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Centennial Crisis

Posted on August 18, 2016 by nathanalbright

Centennial Crisis:  The Disputed Election Of 1876, by William H. Rehnquist As someone who, from time to time, likes to read works of legal history [1], I found this work immensely appealing on two levels.  On the surface level of … Continue reading →

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I Know My Calculus

Posted on August 17, 2016 by nathanalbright

In the late 1990’s and early 2000’s, there was a fictional boy band called 2Gether.  They had their own MTV television show, released a couple of moderately successful albums, and even had some hit singles.  Their debut single, which expresses … Continue reading →

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A Simple Man With Simple Thoughts Will Turn To Force As A Last Recourse

Posted on August 17, 2016 by nathanalbright

One of my favorite albums to listen to over and over again is the somewhat obscure self-titled debut for Mike & The Mechanics.  It’s hard to understand how an album featuring the vocal talents of Paul Carrack [1], Paul Young, … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Seeking Truth

Posted on August 17, 2016 by nathanalbright

Seeking Truth:  Devotion Vs. Spirituality:  A Study Guide To The Word Of God, by Denise Snow [Note:  This book was provided free of charge by Bostick Communications in exchange for an honest review.] As someone whose feelings about authority have … Continue reading →

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Tears In The Toast

Posted on August 16, 2016 by nathanalbright

You can learn a lot about someone from the toasts that they give.  There are some people, for example, who are skilled at giving witty and humorous comments, and generating a laugh with a zing.  More than a few times, … Continue reading →

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Book Review: What Am I?

Posted on August 16, 2016 by nathanalbright

What Am I?, Or, The Nature Of Existence, by Alasdair Forsythe This is the second book by the author I have read [1], and like many of the books in my collection, it deals with questions of logic and existence [2], … Continue reading →

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Book Review: An Introduction To Alchemical Philosphy

Posted on August 16, 2016 by nathanalbright

An Introduction To Alchemical Philosophy, by Alasdair Forsythe This book is one of three books that I downloaded for free from the author, who happens to be the person responsible for the Forgotten Books page that I am so fond … Continue reading →

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