Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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14 Years: The Chronicles of Sir Reginald the Damned – Prelude
In 1170 AD, four knights seeking the favor of King Henry II burst into Canterbury Cathedral. The Archbishop, Thomas Becket, was an opponent of the Constitutions of Clarendon. Henry’s policies aimed at weakening the independence of the clergy and Rome’s authority. Thomas refused to sign the documents. In defying the king – he sealed his…
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The Emperor’s New Clothes
By Jason Zapata Ignorant of his troubled kingdom and His subject’s woes Someone needs to tell the emperor to Put on some clothes
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A Review of Terry Brooks, “Armageddon’s Children”
“Armageddon’s Children” by Terry Brooks is a memorable novel for many reasons. It’s book one of the Genesis of Shannara series which bridges the Word and Void stories with his Shannara tales. Armageddon’s Children takes place on the decimated North American continent. Under the influence of the Void’s demons, humanity has plunged the world into…
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“Immortally Insane” By Pierre-Alain D
Pierre-Alain D. is an established and industrious digital artist residing in Nantes, France. Many of his creations incorporate natural elements in unexpected ways. Pierre-Alain runs his studio known as 3mmi Design. His work also encompasses digital illustration and web-design.
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I, Dracula: Part Four
By Jason Zapata I resolved to acquire Mina and had Harker detained The letters he wrote to her were gradually mailed While my brides ensured his attempts to escape failed Thus the illusion of Harker’s well being was maintained As my passage aboard the Demeter was swiftly obtained Those sailors never knew what that journey…
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Bright Blushes of Color
By Jason Zapata The trees shed their leaves In bright blushes of color When your hand – still warm with summer Reaches out and claims my own
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A Public Service Announcement
The recent tectonic activity that occurred on 8/24/11 has caused long dormant deposits of Solanum to be released. Solanum is the chemical agent responsible for the zombification process. These deposits were located near deep impact drilling sites throughout Pennsylvania. Already partially uncovered – the earthquakes along the Atlantic Seaboard released massive amounts of Solanum into…
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The Art of Abigail Larson
Abigail Larson loves all things gothic and spooky. Literary influences such as Edgar Allan Poe and Lewis Carroll are the inspirations behind many of her works. Abigail’s art instills a viewer with a sense of dreariness and longing that fits the theme she’s chosen. Her early work consisted of ink drawings and watercolor paintings, but…
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