Monthly Archives: December 2009
Tom Snyder Interviews Durk Pearson and Jerry Pournelle
The second half of an hour long interview that I actually saw on TV back in ’79. Durk Pearson got me started, taking antioxidant vitamins way back in the late 70’s, and I think it was this interview that got me interested in buying my first computer in 1980. Very interesting, in that a lot of the things they were talking about then, as in the future, have actually happened. Weird watching Tom Snyder smoke cigarettes on air, too. A definite BLAST for the PAST!
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Book: “To Try Men’s Souls”
New read
AI generated synopsis for “To Try Men’s Souls”:
In “To Try Men’s Souls,” Newt Gingrich and William R. Forstchen bring to life the harrowing experiences of George Washington and his troops during the harsh winter at Valley Forge. The novel captures the intense struggles faced by the Continental Army as they endure brutal conditions, dwindling supplies, and the constant threat of defeat. Through rich character development and historical detail, the authors illustrate the resilience, determination, and leadership that sustained Washington and his men. The story not only highlights the physical challenges of the Revolutionary War but also emphasizes the moral and philosophical trials that tested the very soul of the emerging nation.