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When we’re presented with multiple perspectives on history, we can determine whether someone is misusing the past or wielding history as a weapon not just by checking the facts (although that can be useful), but by examining which stories
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This is the essence of Historiography... understanding why people write what they do... and how their biases effect their use (and misuse) of the past.
“You're in America now," I said. "Our idea of diplomacy is showing up with a gun in one hand and a sandwich in the other and asking which you'd prefer.”
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― Turn Coat
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― Your Hate Mail Will Be Graded
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― Gil's All Fright Diner
The Sword and Laser
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Urban Fantasy Aficionados
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This is a light hearted, friendly group who enjoys Urban Fantasy. It's a place to talk about books and/or whatever else comes to mind. The rules? Pla ...more
Ad Astra
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Ad Astra is Toronto's premier literary convention for sci-fi and fantasy fans. This group exists for attendees and fans of this great convention! ...more
History & Mystery
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A group to discuss, recommend, and explore the sub-genre of historical mysteries.
Space Opera Fans
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If you like space opera: an epic scale adventure through the galaxy with military battles, interplanetary politics, realistic interpersonal relationsh ...more
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