Book Review: The Conservative Mind: From Burke to Eliot
The cornerstone of Kirk’s essay is that Edmund Burke (1729-1797) was the founder of Modern Conservatism. I have read two of Burke’s works, Speech on Conciliation with America (1775) and…
Flower couplets
Stars of Jerusalem, so small and white Looks like the stars in heaven at night. Daffodils are early to bloom Chasing away wintertime gloom Common violets close to the ground…
Maps of Meaning
Title: Maps of Meaning Author: Jordan B. Peterson Published: New York: Routledge, 1999 This book has deepened my perception of myths, archetypes, dreams, and ultimately how I understand myself and…
Book Review: Life and Letters of Thomas Henry Huxley
Huxley, like many other great people, uses many literary references and was very well read. In all his education reform he stresses the need for men of science to have…
Right and Reason: Book Review
Title: Right and Reason: Ethics in Theory and Practice, Second Edition Author: Fr. Austin Fagothey, S.J. Published: Charlotte, North Carolina: TAN Books, 2000 About the Author[1] Austin J. Fagothey (1901-1975)…
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Night Sky over the Duck Pond
The moon climbs high into the night The sun has gone to bed I’ve a long walk home in fading light To rest my tired head The stars reflecting on the pond Set my mind at ease As though the sky itself was fond Of strolling ‘mongst the trees