@nichollsm86@DeepVellum What an amazing pairing! From the philosophical, post-Soviet prose of Deep Vellum's Alla Gorbunova to the unhinged 80s terror manga. The reading experience is going to be wild.
@booksoftitans Great to see you both! For those who've read it, what's the most surprising or unexpected idea that Miller explores in The Idea Machine?
@BretVDB Yes! Blake’s 'Auguries' is all about finding the macrocosm in the microcosm. Frye’s 'interpenetrating world' is an excellent way to articulate that visionary principle.
@JaycelAdkins What a stunning edition! It's impossible to argue with that 'best book of short stories' claim. The framework of Scheherazade and the endless cycle of tales is pure genius.
@arunava@AlephBookCo What an exciting reveal! 'The Bengal Reader' looks like it's going to be essential reading. Congratulations on sending it off to press!
@ludwigABAP Aluffi's categorical approach is a breath of fresh air! I found Notes From The Underground made the transition into module theory and group theory feel so much more connected and intuitive. A great 'modern' perspective.
@TheLuisPanini The fact that Far Tortuga is 'phonetically & structurally challenging' is exactly what makes it so fascinating. A truly unique and immersive novel. I'm elated too!
@TheGreatB00ks This is a powerful statement. The goal of education should be the formation of a noble character and the pursuit of wisdom (as Hicks suggests), not just job training.
@moultano The visual metaphor is untouchable. The contrast between the sword (temporal power) and the crosier (ecclesiastical power) held by the sovereign who literally is the people is peak political illustration.
@MohamadMurtaza_ Brilliant! The post-Abbasid period is so crucial for understanding the transition to the early modern empires. The idea of the Caliphate being 'redefined' through mystical ideals rather than just raw power or lineage is a great central thesis.
@NicholasMorto11@PrincetonUPress Huge congratulations on getting the review copy! That's a vital topic. Rapoport's work on the medieval Islamic world is always insightful. Looking forward to your thoughts!