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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.
“Different authors have different points of view. You can't just say, 'I believe in the Bible.”
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“There are few things more dangerous than inbred religious certainty.”
― God's Problem: How the Bible Fails to Answer Our Most Important Question - Why We Suffer
― God's Problem: How the Bible Fails to Answer Our Most Important Question - Why We Suffer
“If you want me to treat your ideas with more respect, get some better ideas.”
― Your Hate Mail Will Be Graded
― Your Hate Mail Will Be Graded
“Reality is like a fruitcake; pretty enough to look at but with all sorts of nasty things lurking just beneath the surface.”
― Gil's All Fright Diner
― Gil's All Fright Diner
“Here's a quick rule of thumb: Don't annoy science fiction writers. These are people who destroy entire planets before lunch. Think of what they'll do to you.”
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The Sword and Laser
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Online discussion forum for the Sword and Laser podcast and monthly book club pick. Subscribe to the audio podcast: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podca ...more
Urban Fantasy Aficionados
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— last activity Apr 09, 2021 01:47PM
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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— last activity Feb 25, 2016 08:36AM
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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— last activity Feb 05, 2022 12:06PM
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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