Part 3 – Lincoln and God
Lincoln was steeped in Biblical knowledge. He peppered his speeches with quotes from the Bible. He made poetic allusions to biblical imagery too. In his…
A gripping tale – Shakespeare’s Kings
This is an excellent book if one wants to know the historical context of Shakespeare ‘s plays on 5 real english kings.Because the emphasis is…
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A thought-provoking book – Wabi Sabi: The Japanese Art of Impermanence
To appreciate the Japanese philosophy of wabi sabi, one must first make a trip to Kyoto Japan during the sakura/ cherry blossom season. It is…
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Mystery unresolved – Shakespeare: The Evidence. Unlocking the Mysteries of the Man and his Work
Not a single manuscript or draft of William Shakespeare’s 37 plays has been found. The First Folio printed in 1623, 7 years after his death…
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