Daily Archives: May 27, 2020

The Hidden Power Of Assumptions

Posted on May 27, 2020 by nathanalbright

It has never surprised me that Abraham Lincoln was so deeply interested as an adult in Euclidian geometry.  Admittedly, few people share that fascination as geometry is viewed frequently as being deadly dull.  But there is one essential thing that … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Alexander H. Stephens

Posted on May 27, 2020 by nathanalbright

Alexander H. Stephens:  A Bibliography, by Rudolph Von Abele Is Alexander Stephens a compelling figure?  In some ways he is, to be sure, but he certainly exhibits some of the flaws of the political system of the South.  Stephens was … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Judah Benjamin: Mystery Man Of The Confederacy

Posted on May 27, 2020 by nathanalbright

Judah Benjamin:  Mystery Man Of The Confederacy, by S.I. Neiman Judah Benjamin is an admittedly obscure person if one looks at the history of the Civil War.  Little is known or thought about him, and few books are written about … Continue reading →

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