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100 Best First Lines of Novels
I loved this list. Not only was it nice to revisit some of my own favorite first lines, but I found my appetite whetted by some unfamiliar ones.
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Why are some CDs longer than others?
A brief discussion of the economics of album length. Good discussion in the comments on this one as well.
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Inside a dog’s world
An excerpt from a new book by Alexandra Horowitz. The hidden gem of this take on the psychology of dogs is that it brings more insight into human nature than dogginess. Examining the animal psyche in contrast with our response to it is an enlightening journey into the human condition.
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Last Grandson of an Ottoman Emperor
Because he considered himself a citizen of the Ottoman Empire, he refused to carry the passport of any country. Instead, he traveled with a certificate devised by his lawyer.
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Post-Medium Publishing
A fairly insightful look at the nature of the business of publishing. At first blush, it may seem that Graham is devaluing content, but that's not the case. He's acknowledging the reality that form, convenience and experience have as much to do with selling intellectual and entertainment property as the content itself. Lots to digest here. I particularly like the optimistic point of view the end of the piece takes. Graham's recipe for a successful endeavor in this post-medium world is spot on.
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Letters of Note
A fascinating new site devoted to letters, notes and other correspondence of historical or cultural significance. Initial entries include a letter from FDR to the commissioner of baseball, the Lindbergh ransom note and an achingly beautiful note written by Churchill, to be delivered to his wife in the event of his death.
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Brain chemistry and obsessive Googling
This is one reason why I (mostly) turn off all alarms, dingers and ringers on my mobile devices. I prefer to get information on my schedule, not program myself to respond to a iPavlov bell in my pocket.
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So you think you can tell Arial?