August 2024 - Andrew Blackman

Reading

Norng Chan Phal: The Mystery of the Boy at S-21

A harrowing true account of a small child surviving the Cambodian genocide.

Thinking

Pluralistic Ignorance and Climate Change

How can most people support serious action on climate change and yet continue to believe we are in the minority? The answer:…

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Marcie McCauley on Vigil by George Saunders: “I was torn between not wanting to know more about his new book (which I only learned of thanks to…” Dec 18, 14:51
JacquiWine on Vigil by George Saunders: “I’ve been a bit hit-and-miss with George Saunders in the past, but it’s always interesting to see what he’s writing…” Dec 18, 10:46
Andrew Blackman on Vigil by George Saunders: “Thanks Gary, glad you liked the review! I’d love to hear your thoughts if you do end up reading the…” Dec 17, 07:56
Andrew Blackman on Vigil by George Saunders: “Yeah, I think Lincoln in the Bardo would be a better place to start, but this was an interesting one.…” Dec 17, 07:55
Andrew Blackman on Vigil by George Saunders: “Yes! There’s also a lot of humour in the book, which didn’t really come across in my post. Saunders mixes…” Dec 17, 07:54