Action At A Distance

I have just read three cracking thrillers: Nothing to Lose, written by Lee Child in 2008, Zero Day, written by Mark Russinovich in 2011, and Perishable Goods, written by Dornford Yates in 1928. All three are great yarns, and well … Continue reading →

Friday, October 5, 2012 in Reviews, Thoughts on the World

Prometheus – Was I Supposed to Laugh?

I went to see Prometheus over the weekend. Was it just me, or is the plot so ridiculous it’s actually laughable? I mean, given the context of the story would you really: Go wandering helmetless on your first visit to … Continue reading →

Monday, June 11, 2012 in Reviews

Seventeen Equations That Changed The World

Inspiring but occasionally challenging look at the maths behind the modern world Continue reading →

Sunday, May 27, 2012 in Reviews

The Crusade of Darkness

This is an intense, dark, mediaeval mystery, set in turbulent 13th Century Italy. Giulio Leoni makes Dante Aligheri the central character who travels as Florence’s ambassador to Rome, but who rapidly becomes embroiled in investigating a series of murdered and … Continue reading →

Monday, April 30, 2012 in Reviews

Wahoo Rhapsody

Very enjoyable Hiaasen-style romp Continue reading →

Saturday, April 28, 2012 in Reviews

How to Teach Quantum Physics to Your Dog

Amusing introduction to a complex field Continue reading →

Tuesday, April 24, 2012 in Reviews

Resurrection

A new science fiction tale which bears comparison with the old masters Continue reading →

Sunday, April 22, 2012 in Reviews

Deep Six

Rip-roaring yarn, but also an interesting period piece Continue reading →

Tuesday, April 17, 2012 in Reviews

The Etymologicon

If you’re a closet etymologist or casual linguicist, like me, then this is the book for you. Mark Forsyth leads a merry ramble through the tangled roots of the English language, identifying verbal histories and connections which are sometimes quite … Continue reading →

Saturday, March 17, 2012 in Reviews

Normal Service Will Be Resumed–Honest!

Apologies to regular readers of my blog for the delay since my last significant post. I’ve been very busy with a number of things: working overtime at National Grid, getting new consultancy contracts running, updating my Bibble plugin to work … Continue reading →

Thursday, February 2, 2012 in Photography, Website & Blog

The Grand Design

Humour and Philosophy, but Ultimately Unsatisfying Continue reading →

Thursday, October 6, 2011 in Reviews

The Templar Salvation

A Rip-Roaring Romp, with Cutting Questions on Christianity Continue reading →

Wednesday, October 5, 2011 in Reviews