Sunday, July 21, 2019

Aristotle's Revenge by Edward Feser

Detailed defense of the notion that the philosophy of Aristotle is actually the best foundation for modern science - rather than something that has been superseded by modern science. Feser is always worth reading

The Gifted School by Bruce Holsinger

Decent novel concerning admissions to a school for the gifted, and the strain this puts on a circle of moms all vying to get their kids admitted. If you've seen the TV show Big Little Lies, it's that sort of story.

It was good enough that I will likely try Holsinger's other novels, which are historical fiction.

Sunday, July 7, 2019

China's Great Wall of Debt by Dinny McMahon

Eye-opening exploration of the Chinese economic miracle, how it came about, and the challenges it faces. Suffice it to say that China has big, big problems.