In 1963, I took a course on German literature at the University of California. We studied three authors: Thomas Mann, Franz Kafka, and Hermann Hesse. That course changed me. It opened a door into a world where intellect, creativity, sexuality, and even drugs intertwined. I still remember the Magic Theatre in San Francisco, where I … Continue reading
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John Malone – The Master of Sub-Optimization
I just finished John Malone’s 400-plus page account of his long and accomplished career. Whenever I read a memoir by someone I knew well earlier in my life, I admit I first search to see if my name is mentioned. Usually, it’s not. In my mind, I played an important role in their careers. They … Continue reading
What is on my Kindle
Now I mostly read when I travel which still means I get a lot of book time. But yes, there is mighty competition from podcasts, magazines, and the internet. Still I can’t see giving up books. Although I think that especially non fiction will be impacted by new technology. However, novels will still be linear just like movies. It is wonderful to turn yourself over to someone else and let them take control of you. Continue reading