Phil Rockstroh: Roasting Marshmallows on the American Reichstag Fire to Come
I happened to bookmark this thoughtful piece by Phil Rockstroh a couple of days ago (see PG Picks). Thanks to Phil sending it, I had the welcome opportunity to re-read … Continue reading
Persian words in English
Following on from Arabic Words in English, I thought I’d post a similar select listing of Persian loanwords in English. Ever interested in etymology, I note that a few of … Continue reading
Uri Avnery: Lebanon War Report A Swiss Cheese
Uri Avnery provides a peace and Israeli perspective on the consequences and failings of Israel’s Winograd Inquiry Report into last year’s war on Lebanon. He is none too optimistic about … Continue reading
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