“I am the only person alive who can adapt the Iliad in a way that I would be satisfied with. Because I understand that the Iliad in a way that you do not. Nay, cannot.”

I’ve thought this for years. I’m finally explaining why.

I know I’ve chosen a picture from the movie, but this is VERY much about the book. Primarily, this is because I have not seen the movie. I’m certainly not above reviewing a movie I’ve not seen, but still, a book review felt more appropriate. Anyway, I talk about Jane Austen’s characters again.

A classical apologia for the art of smoking

6 months since I moved to Hong Kong, I wonder what good the idea of ‘regret’ can do for me.

Just please hear me out, I’m begging you

The Tragedy of Emma