Umberto Eco’s How to Travel with a Salmon: And Other Essays is a dazzling showcase of wit, erudition, and an almost surgical observation of the absurdities of modern life. This collection, translated by William Weaver, epitomizes Eco’s ability to oscillate effortlessly between the profound and the comically mundane, proving that even the minutiae of existence can be … Continue reading The Adaptable Educator’s Book Review – How to Travel with a Salmon: And Other Essays by Umberto Eco
Weekend Book Reviews: “Collection of Sand” by Italo Calvino
Italo Calvino, renowned for his imaginative storytelling and philosophical depth, unveils a lesser-known facet of his literary genius in "Collection of Sand." This posthumously published collection of essays showcases Calvino's profound contemplation on diverse subjects, ranging from literature and art to memory and travel, offering readers a mosaic of intellectual exploration. Calvino's essays are akin … Continue reading Weekend Book Reviews: “Collection of Sand” by Italo Calvino
Weekend Book Reviews: “Civil Disobedience and Other Essays” by Henry David Thoreau
Henry David Thoreau, renowned for his transcendentalist philosophy and fervent advocacy of individual conscience, presents a compelling collection of essays in "Civil Disobedience and Other Essays." Originally published in 1849 under the title "Resistance to Civil Government," this anthology encapsulates Thoreau’s deep-seated beliefs on the duty of citizens to resist unjust laws and systems, asserting … Continue reading Weekend Book Reviews: “Civil Disobedience and Other Essays” by Henry David Thoreau
The New Renaissance Mindset 