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Hagakure: The Book of the Samurai by Tsunetomo Yamamoto
My review
rating: 4 of 5 stars
“The proper manner of calligraphy is nothing other than not being careless, but in this way one’s writing will simply be sluggish and stiff. One should go beyond this and depart from the norm. This principle applies to all things.” — “Hagakure: [...]

Posted 15 July 2008 † gordon § Books § Lessons § Links § Quotes § Work § Writing ‡ Comments (0)

The Power of the Anecdote

Aimed at amateur videomakers, but very pertinent to all storytelling.
“At some point, somebody’s gotta say ‘here’s why the hell you’re listening to this story.’”
[Inspired by a post at 43 folders]

Posted 10 July 2008 † gordon § Links § Quotes § Video § Writing § Writing craft ‡ Comments (1)

Edwidge Danticat on Detention

Even if you haven’t read her book about the plight of her uncle, Edwidge Danticat’s interview on “60 Minutes” should be watched. “Brother, I’m Dying” is the next thing I’m going to read.

Posted 17 June 2008 † gordon § Books § Links ‡ Comments (2)