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Book Review: "Unruly" by David Mitchell
I was sort of avoiding reading this because of the fact I am not a big fan of this man's comedy. However, it kept getting recommended to me over and over again and now here we are. I generally enjoy books about the British monarchy and though there are not a lot of books that go through it so comprehensively, I think I might find this to be better than average but not as great as say, The Plantagenets by Dan Jones. This book adds all the quips and comedic ideas associated with its writer into a nonfiction book regarding the very beginning of Britain's sense of identity. From an introduction starring the weird ideas of Winston Churchill and why the monarchy is so important to Britain's sense of self, this book is a joyful look at the country and its rulers.
Annie KapurPublished about 10 hours ago in GeeksBook Review: "Rewired" by Carl D. Marci
Yes, I am still reading political philosophy and social sciences and I am still learning about a bunch of different things. Have I doom-read myself into oblivion? Also, yes. I am fully convinced that the world is going to complete and utter rubbish because of a group of factors that are too easily allowed to roll in and push our society off the edge of the metaphorical cliff. Take a look through my recent posts if you want to know more about what I've been reading but Rewired is by no means the first I've read on the topic of social media addiction - though that seems to be the theme of the day in most outlets of news and media.
Annie KapurPublished a day ago in Geeks¿Quién es "El Gallo"?
PART ONE: AN INTRODUCTION Try to remember the kind of September, When life was slow and oh, so mellow. Try to remember the kind of September, When grass was green and grain was yellow. Try to remember the kind of September, When you were a tender and callow fellow. Try to remember and if you remember, Then follow.
Jacob HerrPublished 2 days ago in GeeksMrs Dalloway by Virginia Woolf
I’m not just doing this because I share a birthday with Virginia Woolf. ‘Mrs Dalloway’ happens to be one of the greatest books of realism written in that half of the 20th century. Woolf was known as the seminal author of the genre and, throughout her formative years of writing, she penned some of the most well-known books on the topic of existing that we as readers have ever read. Even though my favourite novel by Virginia Woolf is the madness-induced ‘Jacob’s Room’, I recognise the importance of ‘Mrs Dalloway’ as one of those novels that you have to admit is slightly better by objectivity. Putting personal opinion aside, let us step back into the world of Clarissa Dalloway - the woman who decided to buy the flowers herself that day.
Annie KapurPublished 2 days ago in GeeksBook Review: "Herc" by Phoenicia Rogerson
I have to say that when it comes to retellings of Ancient Mythologies, I am all for it whatever it is. Jennifer Saint and Costanza Casati both come to mind when we think of these more feminist retellings of myths where characters were previously sidelined for their gender. The books cast a whole new look on these characters who may have been misunderstood. I think that is what I tend to enjoy when it comes to retellings of myths, it is not about knowing the academia of the story inside out, but it is about being able to shed light on a story that is so old that you can still today, offer new interpretations of it. This is quite a new phenomenon from the Mary Renault days and I am here for all of it.
Annie KapurPublished 3 days ago in GeeksChronicles of the Demon Faction Chapter 70 (English) Release Date & Where to Read
The Chronicles of the Demon Faction manhwa series chapter - 69 was a more interesting chapter than the previous chapter. From the starting to the end, this chapter is very well crafted and fans enjoyed it so much. From the beginning of this chapter (chronicles of the demon faction chapter - 69), our protagonist overcomes his past and practices to master his new powers. There are many new obstacles coming in front of our protagonist, and he is preparing himself to deal with those upcoming hurdles.
Book Review: "May Contain Lies" by Alex Edmans
I've never really been too interested in reading about data and how statistics can be twisted to suit conclusions or even how our minds twist data to suit our conclusions. When I was younger, I learnt a lot about things like confirmation bias and the scientific method and I would later then use these things in university when conducting my own investigations into things. I can honestly say that this was not the motivation for me reading this book. In fact, I wasn't even remotely interested in reading it even when I bought it.
Annie KapurPublished 4 days ago in GeeksThe Ascention of Tony Tony Chopper
In the vast and dynamic world of One Piece, strength is a pivotal aspect that often determines the fate of characters and nations alike. Among the myriad of formidable pirates and warriors, few stand as towering figures of power like Kaido, the feared Emperor of the Sea. However, amidst the tumultuous seas and epic battles, another character's journey towards strength captivates the imagination – Tony Tony Chopper, the endearing reindeer doctor turned fearsome pirate. Despite his humble beginnings, could Chopper truly ascend to the echelons of strength occupied by titans like Kaido? This article delves deep into Chopper's potential, exploring the factors that could shape his evolution and his chances of rivaling the might of Kaido.
JRManglicmotPublished 5 days ago in GeeksThank You, Makima
*Mild spoilers for Chainsaw Man, but nothing explicit!* I love anime and manga. I’ve loved it for a long time. But I’ll be the first to say it: anime and manga often lack good female characters. This especially goes for shonen anime, anime aimed at younger males, where the most important characters are almost always male. If there’s a female character, she’s usually there to be either a side character or the love interest. That’s the way it tends to go. Hey, I don’t make the rules.
angela hepworthPublished 5 days ago in GeeksOmniscient Reader’s Viewpoint Chapter 211 (English) Release Date & Where to Read
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Book Review: "All Consuming" by Neal Lawson
Oh yes, I am still reading books from other books and again, this is a book mentioned in The Inner Level by Richard Wilkinson and Kate Pickett. I have not only found an extensive reading list for other nonfiction books on modern political philosophies, but I have also found myself becoming a bit of an expert in them as well. Pages of my notebook are covered with notes from different books and I'm trying to link ideas together, especially if they align perfectly with ideas expressed by another author in another book. It's nice to do some critical analysis from a nonfiction viewpoint. I have done it in fiction quite a bit but putting my skills to use in a different sector is quite enjoyable. It has completely subverted my expectations.
Annie KapurPublished 5 days ago in GeeksBook Review: "Doppelgänger" by Naomi Klein
“Narcissism(Grandiosity) + Social media addiction + Midlife crisis ÷ Public shaming = Right-wing meltdown.” - "Doppelgänger" by Naomi Klein
Annie KapurPublished 6 days ago in Geeks