The Sum of Us by Heather McGhee is required reading for anyone building an anti-racism reading list. McGhee, not only points out the problems and their roots, she gives us examples of people working to improve the nation towards its goal of freedom and equality for all. Highly Recommended.
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Review: Domesticating Dragons
Domesticating Dragons is a fun ride through the science of bringing dragons to life, not as monsters but as pets. This book is highly recommended to fans of the scientific process, dragons, and genetics.
Coming Soon: Putting the Fact in Fantasy
Putting the Science in Fiction is getting a companion book! Putting the Fact in Fantasy been officially announced. In Putting the Fact in Fantasy Dan Koboldt gathered essays written by experts for his popular Fact in Fantasy blog series. Like Putting the Science in Fiction, I’m contributing an essay or two to the anthology. I … Continue reading Coming Soon: Putting the Fact in Fantasy
Put the Attainable in SMART Goals
Over at my Patreon page, this week I discuss the A in SMART goal setting. Setting attainable goals is an important step for achieving the life you want to live. Click the link to Put the Attainable in SMART Goals. Follow this link to the PrimmLife Patreon page.
Review: On the Judgment of History
Since 2016’s election, the number of times I’ve heard the phrase “history will not judge _______ well” (or some variation) has skyrocketed. It seems to come up once a week while scrolling through social media. The idea that history will provide comeuppance for crimes committed now is one that many people, including myself, cling to … Continue reading Review: On the Judgment of History
Anti-Racism Reading List
The killing of George Floyd has started many necessary conversations. To supplement those conversations, let me offer some reading suggestions. Here is my personal anti-racism reading list. How to Be Antiracist by Dr. Ibram X. Kendi “Antiracism is a transformative concept that reorients and reenergizes the conversation about racism—and, even more fundamentally, points us toward … Continue reading Anti-Racism Reading List
Thank You Game of Thrones
Game of Thrones ended its run last Sunday (5/19/2019). Sue and I watched the first season on DVD just prior the start of season two. From then on, we watched each episode together over the seven seasons. (Though Sue was out of town for the finale, and I went to a watch party with some … Continue reading Thank You Game of Thrones
Review: The Moscow Rules
The Moscow Rules is an excellent addition to the history of Cold War espionage. Recommended.
Review: Infinite Powers
In Infinite Powers, Dr. Steven Strogatz teaches us how to use our microwaves to calculate the speed of light. I’m not kidding. That’s all the recommendation this book needs. Highly Recommended.
Reviews to Start the Year Off
Hello! It’s been a busy past few weeks. I’m dealing with identity theft and applying for a new position at work. But I always have time for reviews. 2019 is starting off with an excellent to be read pile, and I thought I’d share with you what’s on the schedule. I’m halfway through Amberlough right … Continue reading Reviews to Start the Year Off