Category Archives: Words & Books

La Feria Internacional del Libro en Guatemala

Every morning I pay 3 Quetzales (40 cents) for a Prensa Libre (Free Press), Guatemala’s most reputable newspaper, as far as I can tell. I love trying to absorb the news of a place completely different from my own country. … Continue reading

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“Thank You For Arguing” by Jay Heinrichs

I’ve always been fascinated by charismatic people. Politicians, preachers, and entertainers all fall into this category and seem to use similar tactics to influence their audience. I am particularly interested in how people use speech, personality, humor, stories, & logic … Continue reading

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