The Book of Dead Philosophers Simon Critchley
A history of philosophers rather than a history of philosophy. Short, some very short, essays about philosophers and their deaths. Very engagingly written. Covers more than just European philosophers, some Arabs, some Chinese, and more than just philosophers, some scientists and some religious writers. Many very obscure thinkers as well. I was moved by Critchley’s account of Gadamer and his death because I had the privilege to spend a day with him back in the 80s. Really enjoyable. Didn’t want it to end.
A history of philosophers rather than a history of philosophy. Short, some very short, essays about philosophers and their deaths. Very engagingly written. Covers more than just European philosophers, some Arabs, some Chinese, and more than just philosophers, some scientists and some religious writers. Many very obscure thinkers as well. I was moved by Critchley’s account of Gadamer and his death because I had the privilege to spend a day with him back in the 80s. Really enjoyable. Didn’t want it to end.
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Storm: Sherman's March to the Sea Noah Andre Trudeau
Incredibly detailed, sometimes excruciatingly so, well-written account of each day, November 15, 1864 – January 21, 1865 of Sherman’s march from Atlanta to Savannah, and it’s occupation. Outstanding research, relies primarily on first-hand accounts. Another excellent book by a “non-professional historian.” Ends with an outstanding summary analysis. For me, this was an excellent book, informative and well done.
Incredibly detailed, sometimes excruciatingly so, well-written account of each day, November 15, 1864 – January 21, 1865 of Sherman’s march from Atlanta to Savannah, and it’s occupation. Outstanding research, relies primarily on first-hand accounts. Another excellent book by a “non-professional historian.” Ends with an outstanding summary analysis. For me, this was an excellent book, informative and well done.
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