books – Simon Burrow

Words Seldom Seen: Encomium

SimonFebruary 27, 20261

Encomium Noun: A speech or essay that heaps praise or accolades on others. Example: "His encomium of the...

SimonFebruary 4, 20261

This escalator is in the new Barnes and Noble bookstore near me. It is in the middle of the store and is totally...

DECLINE

SimonAugust 26, 20250

Some green books being used as decorator items, on there way to the dust bin of history. This photo is from the...

Maxims

SimonMarch 31, 20250

“A spirit of compromise and a concern with order are needed to balance the quest for liberty.” Alexander...

Maxims

SimonMarch 24, 20251

“It is far more difficult to undo than to do” Alexander Hamilton From Alexander Hamilton the excellent...

Politics

SimonJanuary 15, 20250

"The American experiment with republican government requires virtuous leadership to survive." Alexander...

SimonDecember 30, 20240

The Comfort Crisis by Michael Easter is a well written book about how our actions have changed since we were...

SimonNovember 18, 20240

How We Got to Now by Steven Johnson One thing leads to another. This is an excellent book for people who...

Maxims

SimonSeptember 25, 20240

“It is always better to go with the flow.” Aloysius...

Hohokam

SimonMarch 8, 20240

"If you want to know America--if you want to see it for what it was and what it is--you need to look at Indian...

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