Robert E. Howard Sources
I’m thrilled to have my article, “The Dark Virtues of Robert E. Howard,” in the latest issue of MODERN AGE (Spring 2021). A huge thanks to Daniel McCarthy for inviting me to write this, and to Anthony Sacramone… Read More
I’m thrilled to have my article, “The Dark Virtues of Robert E. Howard,” in the latest issue of MODERN AGE (Spring 2021). A huge thanks to Daniel McCarthy for inviting me to write this, and to Anthony Sacramone… Read More
Posted on May 6, 2021 by bradbirzer
My thoughts on Ray Bradbury over at The American Conservative. Bradbury’s talents also interested the governmental agency set up to destroy the U.S. Constitution in the name of protecting it, the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Demonstrating a level… Read More
Posted on September 20, 2018 by bradbirzer
Some of you might know this already, but, sadly, Jerry Pournelle passed away this weekend. One of two incredibly imaginative men who did pass away–the other being Len Wein. Pournelle studied with Russell Kirk and considered him quite… Read More
Posted on September 10, 2017 by bradbirzer
From Liberty Classroom. http://www.libertyclassroom.com/dap/a/?a=8149
Posted on March 21, 2017 by bradbirzer
I had a wonderful time talking yesterday with my great friend, Tom Woods. Our conversation dealt with my first set of lectures on Science Fiction and liberty for Liberty Classroom. The course covered the history of science fiction… Read More
Posted on March 14, 2017 by bradbirzer
The story of The Watchmen takes place in an alternative or parallel 1985, a world deeply cynical, a world that found no solace after Nixon. Actually, somehow in 1985, Richard Nixon is still the president of the United States. The… Read More
Posted on August 19, 2016 by bradbirzer
One of my favorite sci-fi books, THE PASSAGE by Justin Cronin. Thoughtful and a page turner. Enjoy.
Posted on February 5, 2016 by bradbirzer
If you’re looking for dense, fascinating, and nuanced space opera, look no further than Kevin J. Anderson’s THE DARK BETWEEN THE STARS, recently nominated for a Hugo. It’s also today’s Deal of the Day at Audible. Treat yourself.
Posted on May 19, 2015 by bradbirzer
I’m very happy to note that science-fiction master, Kevin J. Anderson, has been nominated for a Hugo, the most prestigious award presented in the genre. I’m certain no one deserves it more. Indeed, the book that earned the… Read More
Posted on April 10, 2015 by bradbirzer
I was thrilled to invite Kevin J. Anderson to speak for the CU CTP. He and his lovely wife, Rebecca, visited on Wednesday night. I’ll write much more about Kevin’s talk in the coming days, but I thought… Read More
Posted on January 30, 2015 by bradbirzer
Reposted from the CU CTP: Please consider this post as a PSA for Colorado rather than for conservatism. I have no idea what Kevin J. Anderson’s politics are, and, frankly, I’m happy knowing him only as a person… Read More
Posted on January 7, 2015 by bradbirzer
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