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Only three science books, but at least they have a Science category.
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"I don't like the subsidizing of the 'burbs by the urbs either, but, if you're talking to someone who is subsidized, you better come up with some good, specific--and 'bite-sized'--examples of how these policies will help them specifically and immediately."
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"[H]ere's the problem: the vast majority of people who read your blog aren't reading it because they want or plan to comment on it. They are reading it to read it--to learn, absorb, and gain awareness of new things. "
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"While there's no debating the barbarian aspect, Conan is far from stupid. Those who consider him as such clearly haven't read Howard's original tales. Instead, they're believing in an unconscious public perception that is straining the character down to its simplest inaccurate depiction."
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