Linux

Is anyone here on Linux? I am not really enough of a geek for this but I am on it anyway out of pure rebellion. Here is the problem with my Linux box: it picks up wireless everywhere but in my house, where it insists on being wired. There are Linux users groups in Houston … More Linux

Les Misérables

We saw Les Misérables and although I do not like musicals it is interesting to pore over July Monarchy, the 1832 rebellion and 1848 as well as the emphasis on ambivalence in Hugo’s heroes (which Javert cannot handle). French history is instructive and I wish I knew it better as it might explain my institution, … More Les Misérables

Ecuatorial

This composition from the 1930s sets words form the Popol Vuh to avant-garde music. I want to start teaching the Popol Vuh not as an ancient but as a modern text. The version we have was composed in the 18th century, after all. Do you not think this is legitimate? Note: I realize the answer … More Ecuatorial