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The 2008 book Ritual and Its Consequences: An Essay on the Limits of Sincerity is hard for me to understand, but I’ve been trying to figure it out, as the concepts it considers seem interesting and important:
Rob Henderson has a great essay summarizing the expert vs elite distinction I discussed in 6 prior posts (1 2 3 4 5 6):
You might expect us to understand our romantic couple breakups very well.
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The Anglo-Saxons, or the early medieval English, were a multifaceted people comprised of multiple different Germanic tribes. The label “Anglo-Saxon” has been a subject of debate among scholars, primarily due to its frequent misuse in colonial discourse. Nevertheless, the name persists as an umbrella term that refers to the original invaders of Roman Britain […]
The Real Middle Earth JamesHoare Wed, 08/27/2025 - 09:06
Across centuries and cultures, depictions of Achilles in art have reflected the values and ideals of each age. Ancient Greek vases, vivid Baroque dramas, and minimalist modern abstractions have continually reshaped Achilles’ image, making the mythical hero one of the most enduring figures in art history. Achilles in Ancient Greek Art One […]
“I’m a voyeur and a hunter. I prefer to look for matches with old masters or old art in general, matches with contemporary art are quite often and too easy for me, I want to make a bridge between the centuries, connect different times.” – Stefan Draschan on People Matching Artworks Austrian photographer … Continue reading "People Matching Artworks: A Voyeur Finds Things That Fit At The Museum" The post People Matching Artworks: A Voyeur Finds Things That Fit At The Museum appeared first on Flashbak.
