“Only in Absolute solitude is that certainty of certainties possible in which observer and observed meet, simply to nod, - ‘of course!” - James Melbourne
How markets and technology empower ordinary people to beat big media, big government, and other goliaths. A fascinating discussion of the role (and power) of the individual in modern times... »More
In 16th Century Rome, the beautiful Veronica Franco could have the man of her dreams only by becoming a courtesan. Championing the mind as well as the senses, she earns great admiration; but when the Inquisition comes to town, she is put on trial for witchcraft. Lush romantic realism, complete with courtroom speech at the end... »More