The will of the majority
The will of the majority exerts its influence on everything from cinema to the economy. And its incentive is not necessarily common good. How can one change this?
Trigger Warning
24 stories that showcase the power of imagination. Stories that include magic, science fiction, twisty fairy tales, and ghost stories. And a fair warning – “Many of these stories end badly for at least one of the people in them. Consider yourself warned”
Zoned Out
Health incidents have a knack of resetting one’s life. It also provides an opportunity to take stock before moving forward. notes on health, money, relationship and habits.
The Presentation of Self in Everyday Life
Goffman uses the metaphor of a theatrical performance to explore the nuances and interplay that occur in practically every interaction we have. Stages, props, audiences, and all of us actors, working on “impression management”. Not an easy read, but well worth the time.
The Complete Calvin and Hobbes
The lockdown gave me the time to explore an old favourite. While I have read the strips online and offline, reading it in one stretch makes the contexts and narrative arcs clearer, and also allows one to dwell on personalities and their nuances. Just amazing stuff!