Joseph Sobran: 1946-2010
Like many truly tragic figures, I think Joe Sobran brought the greatest hardships of his life upon himself. He was a gifted writer. Jody Bottum has a brief tribute here.
Evolution in Science Fiction
I agree with PZ Myers: I’m very pleased to see that Greg Bear’s Darwin’s Radio gets mentioned for its bad biology. That one has annoyed me for years: Bear does a very good job of throwing around the jargon of molecular genetics and gives the impression of being sciencey and modern, but it’s terrible, a… Continue reading Evolution in Science Fiction
Darwin as All-Purpose Boogey Man?
My first post at Huffington. Going to try and get something up regularly if possible.
Apropos of ‘The Implosion…’
Jay Fitzgerald picks up my point and ups the ante: “Radical conservatives haven’t become mirror-image opponents of lefties through simple osmossis. They’re actively striving to become like them.” I ain’t going to disagree with him.
Mead’s Advice? Read More SF.
Wear cheap ties, shop Walmart, and read lots of science fiction. Follow this advice, friends, and you are sure to go far. I like it.