Leo Tolstoy is perhaps the ultimate example of the late-in-life nihilist-turned-idealist. He is best known for his mid-life fiction, most notably War and Peace and Anna Karenina. He was early on somewhat of a determinist and nihilist but late in life began a study of the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John and came [...]
Archive for July, 2007
H.L. Mencken
July 18th, 2007
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As we continue to be subjected to campaign speeches and government rhetoric, it is wise to listen to the words of H.L. Mencken discussing the way to get elected (and also to retain power). Politicians,” he notes with his characteristic wit, “seldom if ever get [into public office] by merit alone, at least in democratic [...]
Back at the Idealist
July 18th, 2007
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The blog at Purim has dissolved. I will resume blogging here for the time being. Stay tuned.
