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What I’ve been reading

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Started January 31, 2026

Adrian Goldsworthy, Augustus: First Emperor of Rome. A very clear and readable treatment of one of the most important Romans. Exactly what you would expect from the author. Indranil Chakravarty, The Tree Within: The Mexican Nobel Laureate Octavio Paz’s Years in India. Imagine a book that is interesting about both the cultures of Mexico and […] The post What I’ve been reading appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION. Related Stories*You Have No Right to Your Culture: Essays on the Human Condition...

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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 31, 2026
Adrian Goldsworthy's biography of Augustus provides crucial insights into leadership that are relevant to modern governance.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 31, 2026
The emphasis on historical figures can detract from pressing social issues that require immediate attention in our communities.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 31, 2026
Focusing solely on historic figures like Augustus overlooks the complexities of contemporary leadership challenges.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 31, 2026
Exploring cultural intersections, as in Chakravarty's work, enriches our understanding of global perspectives.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 31, 2026
Literature examining historical figures can inspire political discourse, fostering a deeper engagement with citizenship today.
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