Missive #451 Published 26 February 2025
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Missive #450 Published 24 February 2025
I don't recommend this book. The author often repeats himself and the editor did poor editing. The book is also rather light on presenting any new information for anyone with a reasonably thorough education. I think the author is a globalist so you may, or may not, agree with much of what he says.
Missive #449 Published 23 February 2025
Continuing The Federalist Papers.
Federalist No.41
General View of the Powers Conferred by the Constitution
Author: James Madison
To the People of the State of New York:
Missive #448 Published 21 February 2025
75. Nasruddin and the Wealthy Merchant
Nasruddin once found himself traveling in the company of a wealthy merchant.
“The more wealthy I am, the more wealthy I become,” said the merchant proudly. “Look at my fine boots and your shabby sandals, my thoroughbred horse and your broken-down donkey, my elegant garments and your threadbare cloak…”
As the merchant was speaking, robbers suddenly rode up and attacked them, stripping the merchant of his clothes and stealing his horse. Meanwhile, they ignored Nasruddin and his donkey.< br>
“Remarkable!” said Nasruddin, “The more wealthy you were, the more you had to lose, while my circumstances remain the same as before.”
Missive #447 Published 19 February 2025
There Will Be War is a landmark science fiction anthology series that combines top-notch military science fiction with factual essays by various generals and military experts on everything from High Frontier and the Strategic Defense Initiative to the aftermath of the Vietnam War. It features some of the greatest military science fiction ever published…
Missive #446 Published 17 February 2025
The second book in Tim Severin's thrilling historical adventure series set in Saxon times.
This book was written more in the style of Severin's nonfiction travel books. It is historical fiction that was done well. A good book in a good series.
Missive #445 Published 16 February 2025
Continuing The Anti-Federalist Papers
Cato III
by George Clinton
To the People of the State of New York:
Missive #444 Published 14 February 2025
74. Nasruddin and the Porter
Nasruddin needed to hire a porter to take home four large sacks of grain he had bought at the market.
Just outside the market, he found a porter with a wagon.
“Good day, sir!” said Nasruddin.
“Good day to you!” replied the porter.
“How much will you charge to take me and my purchases to my house?” Nasruddin asked.
“That will be four copper coins for you,” said the porter. “No charge for the purchases.”
Excellent!” said Nasruddin as he started heaving the sacks of grain onto the wagon. “You just take my purchases home, and I’ll follow on foot.”
Missive #443 Published 10 February 2025
This book was long on providing a bio for all the players but short on some history. The Domican Republic insurgency merited one page with no explanation for why or how the US got involved. Tet was mentioned but was not explained, most people today would not know what Tet 1968 was all about.
Missive #442 Published 9 February 2025
Continuing The Federalist Papers.
Federalist No. 40
The Powers of the Convention to Form a Mixed Government Examined and Sustained
Author: James Madison
To the People of the State of New York: