Somewhat belatedly, I have posted my review of Jared Diamond’s Collapse. I hope others will put up their thoughts, as well.
For July, I think we should choose something relatively light and accessible, in the hope of getting more than two or three people to read it. Suggestions?
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How about Douglas Adams’ Last Change to See? It is environmental, but also very funny.
You must add this book to your list:
Operation Short Stop 2, this book really lets you inside what some off the big brass can pull off with the nod off their heads. It kept me going until I was almost done with it. It should be made into a movie.
Later,
Ethan
What about some Ignatieff?
Ignatieff, Michael. The Warrior’s Honour: Ethnic War And the Modern Consciousness.
I would be up for Iggy.
Iggy is certainly a relevant figure right now, I would vote to reading something by him.
I’m sorry my review of Collapse is so late – I didn’t realize till very late that it had actually been selected. Some preliminary related thoughts are here – http://northernsong.wordpress.com/2009/06/23/values-and-religions/ – but they are not so much about the book as other things the book got me thinking about.
I already read and reviewed Blood and Belonging: Journeys into the New Nationalism.
The same friend who recommended it (Emily Paddon) recommended The Warrior’s Honour, as well.
Let’s go with The Warrior’s Honour as the official selection. I will pick up a copy ASAP.
I have my copy of Ignatieff’s book, and will put up a review for July 15th.