Book reviews written by arcology

Ideas

by Peter Watson

Rated 3 stars

“It read too stale for the fascinating subject matter. Also, while history is always interpretive, I encountered breaks of editorial treatment.”

arcology wrote this review Thursday, October 4, 2007. ( reply | permalink )

The Passion of the Western Mind

“I learned more about the progression of western civilization from this book than 12k worth of undergrad history classes. While the story form makes it easier to read and understand, the reader must be dually resolute in recognizing the author in his own work.

Best while informed by the bias of other historians.”

arcology wrote this review Sunday, August 5, 2007. ( reply | permalink )

Japanese Tales

by Royall Tyler

Rated 4 stars

“Anyone with a casual interest in mythology would enjoy this book. It's a glimpse into the social conciousness of China 900ad. These stories range from hollywood sized premises to annecdotal fables. I felt a connection with the people who developed these tales. There is a humane, humour and good will behind the characters that reaches beyond the jaded modern skepticism of the hero. Because of this I found the book as a whole profoundly meaningful. You must read the introduction to inform your reading!”

arcology wrote this review Tuesday, July 10, 2007. ( reply | permalink )

The Tipping Point

by Malcolm Gladwell

Rated 3 stars

“Interesting ideas, but in my mind they remain ideas. Unless his theory is testable he might as well title the book: "Hey, wouldn't it be cool if..."

I'm always weary of archtyping people into social functions or personalities. The more simple the symbolic system, the more easily it is to filter reality through- but reality itself is anything but simple.”

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