#ordinary-life

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Books
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Death of an Ordinary Man by Sarah Perry review a brilliant meditation on mortality

David Perry, an ordinary Englishman, died of oesophageal cancer in 2022 after a rapid decline; his life included quiet routines, restrained reserve, and meticulous hobbies.
Philosophy
fromAeon
1 month ago

The great myth of empire collapse | Aeon Essays

The fall of the Akkadian Empire is more myth than reality, with life continuing normally for most citizens despite the collapse.
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