.It is one argument of this book that the Western way of war is grounded not merely in technological supremacy but in an entire array of political, social and cultural institutions that are responsible for military advantages well beyond the possession of sophisticated weapons.
Category: History – Fact & Fiction
Books – Eric Foner – Historian of the Civil War & Reconstruction
Eric Foner The Second Founding: How the Civil War and Reconstruction Remade the Constitution Free Soil, Free Labor, Free Men: The Ideology of the Republican Party before the Civil War A significant reevaluation of the causes of the Civil War, Foner’s study looks beyond the North’s opposition to slavery and its emphasis upon preserving the Union… Continue reading Books – Eric Foner – Historian of the Civil War & Reconstruction
Book – Soul of Battle – Victor Hanson
Never in history human conflict have such vast democratic infantry forces wrought such havoc and then dispersed among the consensual culture that fielded them.
Cascoly Recipes from Asia
Inspired by travels in China & Southeast Asia. India is covered in a separate post. Lamb & eggplant in Yuxiang sauce Image Almond Honey Chicken Hunan Ginger Pepper Pork Asian lamb recipes
Book – Gore Vidal – Inventing a Nation
Shortness doesn’t prevent Vidal from presenting many arguments that are vital to today’s national politics. Conservatives’ knee-jerk reactions in reviews are amusing since much of the discussion in the book is of ideas any true conservative should hold as core values!
Cascoly Book Reviews – Travel, History & Science
Over many decades, my reading has followed many interests – here are highlights.
Tanzania Luxury Safari – Wildebeest Migration for Jun/Jul & Oct/Nov
Country Overview ~ Tanzania Discover quintessential African landscapes when you explore Tanzania, the perfect African destination for any traveler with open mind and heart to experiencing wildlife and culture, past and present. A relaxed attitude combined with some of the best wildlife spotting on the continent is within affordable reach. Your safari hits the… Continue reading Tanzania Luxury Safari – Wildebeest Migration for Jun/Jul & Oct/Nov
Tanzania Safari Inclusions – Exclusions
Inclusions: Exclusion:
Kafka Flies to Europe – Loses Luggage – Tale of Incompetence
I had booked 2 river cruises with AMAWaterways with several extra days in Amsterdam and Nuremberg. I was ready for an active yet relaxing 3 weeks. I allowed an extra day before the first cruise. The following is based on actual events. 6/17 My luggage never arrived Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam after a multi-flight trip.… Continue reading Kafka Flies to Europe – Loses Luggage – Tale of Incompetence
Ancient Astronomy in Beijing China – A Medieval Observatory
The creative works sublime success,Furthering through perseverance. – I Ching Thus, in the middle of modern Beijing a medieval masterwork appears. It’s been renamed Beijing Ancient Observatory and lives on the southwest side of Jianguomen crossroad in Dongcheng District of Beijing. When I had asked our local guide about it, he said it wasn’t open… Continue reading Ancient Astronomy in Beijing China – A Medieval Observatory