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The Goodness of Man – As Judged by an Ego and the Books He Reads
en it comes to choosing the next book to read, I’m plagued by something P. J. O’Rourke said. His words? “Always read stuff that will make you look good if you die in the middle of it.”
Considered Conduct: Are You Sitting Comfortably?
Sir Ranulph Fiennes knew no boundaries but his own. He tested them over a lifetime against the most inhospitable places on earth. Fate fought back in 2003: the explorer extraordinaire suffered a heart attack on a plane waiting to depart from Bristol airport. He was 59 years old; spent three days in a coma, and required double-bypass surgery to survive. Four months later, he completed the Land Rover 7x7x7 Challenge, running seven marathons across seven continents in seven days…
The Subtle Details of Excellent Restaurant Service
You'd be impressed if you went into a 3-star Michelin restaurant decorated with gilded statues and 19th-century art, servers in white dinner jackets, and the highest quality food. However, does it matter if the service is shocking? No, sadly.
Old-fashioned but Not Out of Fashion
Despite having been around for almost two centuries, the Old-Fashioned is repeatedly named the world’s most popular cocktail. No mean feat when you’re battling against the cult following of the Negroni and the revival of forgotten classics like the Aviation.
From Mental Noise to Personal Growth: The Power of Journaling
Ink on paper will eventually fade away like an echo in the distance. However, when you put your pen to paper you create a moment in time where you get to experience yourself.
