Peter S. Beagle's The Last Unicorn, first published in 1968, is a timeless classic of fantasy literature that transcends its genre, offering a poignant meditation on loss, immortality, and the ephemeral nature of beauty. Often cited alongside other great works of mythopoeic literature, Beagle’s narrative resonates with readers through its poetic prose, existential underpinnings, and richly … Continue reading Weekend Book Reviews: The Last Unicorn by Peter S. Beagle
Towards Sustainable Societies: Gandhi’s Insights on Challenging Dominant Systems and Embracing Alternative Paths
Drawing on Gandhi's philosophies, we can explore the interconnectedness and unsustainability of colonialism, nationalism, imperialism, and capitalism, and propose sustainable alternatives. Colonialism: Gandhi vehemently opposed colonialism, seeing it as the exploitation and domination of one group over another. Colonialism disrupts local economies, cultures, and governance systems, often for the benefit of the colonizers. It fosters … Continue reading Towards Sustainable Societies: Gandhi’s Insights on Challenging Dominant Systems and Embracing Alternative Paths
Friday’s Fiction Review – The Name of the Rose by Umberto Eco
The Name of the Rose, written by Umberto Eco and first published in 1980, is a seminal work that blends historical fiction, murder mystery, and philosophical discourse. Set in a Benedictine monastery in Northern Italy in the year 1327, the novel explores themes of knowledge, power, faith, and heresy through a complex narrative that challenges … Continue reading Friday’s Fiction Review – The Name of the Rose by Umberto Eco
Repressed Desires: The Unraveling Tapestry of Colonialism, Nationalism, Imperialism, and Capitalism
Sigmund Freud, although primarily known for his contributions to psychoanalysis, offered several insights that can be applied to understanding the interconnectivity and unsustainability of colonialism, nationalism, imperialism, and capitalism. By examining his theories on human behaviour, desire, and societal structures, we can construct an argument that highlights the complex interplay and inherent instability of these … Continue reading Repressed Desires: The Unraveling Tapestry of Colonialism, Nationalism, Imperialism, and Capitalism
Reimagining Society: A Freirean Critique and the Path to Participatory Socialism
Paolo Freire's philosophies, particularly as articulated in "Pedagogy of the Oppressed," provide a critical lens through which to analyze the interconnectivity and unsustainability of colonialism, nationalism, imperialism, and capitalism. Freire's emphasis on dialogical education, the problem-posing method, and the liberation of the oppressed underscores the inherent issues within these interconnected systems. Interconnectivity and Unsustainability Colonialism … Continue reading Reimagining Society: A Freirean Critique and the Path to Participatory Socialism
Artwork Wednesday Book Reviews: Clive Barker: Visions of Heaven & Hell
Clive Barker’s Visions of Heaven & Hell is not just a visual compendium but a testament to the profound intertwining of his literary and artistic genius. Known primarily for his works of horror and dark fantasy, Barker expands his creative universe in this collection, revealing the raw, surreal, and often disturbing visions that underlie much of his … Continue reading Artwork Wednesday Book Reviews: Clive Barker: Visions of Heaven & Hell
Chains of Power: The Fragile Web of Colonialism, Nationalism, Imperialism, and Capitalism
Michel Foucault's philosophies, particularly his ideas on power, knowledge, and discourse, provide a rich framework for analyzing the interconnectivity and unsustainability of colonialism, nationalism, imperialism, and capitalism. His insights into how power operates through societal structures and institutions can help elucidate the complex relationships among these phenomena. Interconnectivity Colonialism and Imperialism: Foucault’s concept of biopower … Continue reading Chains of Power: The Fragile Web of Colonialism, Nationalism, Imperialism, and Capitalism
Towards Sustainable Futures: Rethinking Colonialism, Nationalism, Imperialism, and Capitalism Through Faiz Ahmed Faiz’s Poetic Lens
Faiz Ahmed Faiz, a renowned poet and intellectual, deeply contemplated the interplay between power structures like colonialism, nationalism, imperialism, and capitalism. Let's delve into each and explore their interconnectivity and unsustainability through the lens of his philosophies, and then discuss sustainable alternatives with modern examples. Colonialism and imperialism are intertwined systems where powerful nations extend … Continue reading Towards Sustainable Futures: Rethinking Colonialism, Nationalism, Imperialism, and Capitalism Through Faiz Ahmed Faiz’s Poetic Lens
Mindset Monday Book Reviews – Mindset: Actionable Strategies to Develop a Positive Mindset – Achieve Success and Freedom in Life by Michael Andrews
Mindset: Actionable Strategies to Develop a Positive Mindset - Achieve Success and Freedom in Life by Michael Andrews presents itself as a practical guide for readers seeking personal development through mindset transformation. At first glance, it may seem like another addition to the crowded genre of self-help books. However, Andrews’ approach offers more than surface-level platitudes … Continue reading Mindset Monday Book Reviews – Mindset: Actionable Strategies to Develop a Positive Mindset – Achieve Success and Freedom in Life by Michael Andrews
Weekend Book Reviews: Peter Pan by J.M. Barrie – A Timeless Journey into the Psyche of Childhood
J.M. Barrie’s Peter Pan, first published in 1911, is far more than a simple children’s adventure story about a boy who never grows up. It is a profound exploration of the human condition, a meditation on the nature of time, memory, and the loss of innocence. A literary masterpiece that has shaped popular culture, Peter Pan delves deeply … Continue reading Weekend Book Reviews: Peter Pan by J.M. Barrie – A Timeless Journey into the Psyche of Childhood
The New Renaissance Mindset 