Back in the Saddle: Storytime
It’s been a busy January, and I haven’t known quite where to begin the new year. So I’ll begin with… Read More »Back in the Saddle: Storytime
Ideas
What is a Thing?
Sometimes, it’s all about the thing. Yesterday’s post was about the identity of “the network.” Aristotle would be equally proud… Read More »What is a Thing?
Santa Claus and Coca-Cola
Why is the modern Santa Claus always dressed in red and white? According to this story in today’s London Times,… Read More »Santa Claus and Coca-Cola
More on Photographs and Fact
Malcolm Gladwell, recently of plagiarism and copyright infringement, has a timely piece in the current New Yorker on the seducations… Read More »More on Photographs and Fact
From the Sublime to the Ridiculous
As long as I’m mentioning Yale’s accomplishments, I should note this one, spied by Michael Froomkin. The students chronicled their… Read More »From the Sublime to the Ridiculous