Love for literature is so undervalued in this our modern living. I always advise people to get into literature, fiction, modern fantasy, and especially if their physiognomy tells me that they are primed to underestimate these faculties as a default. I have so much appreciation for the likes of Tolkien. This man was a great, great philosopher. But he was not a 'hungry' philosopher. He did not need to get on a stage and shout at people to make this change or that change. He did not rage at the world, nor against it. He created something that showcased to others what virtue and goodness could be - and how it could've served them, without needing to elevate himself to positions of power and authority like the types of Musk or Vivek or Biden or Obama, or whoever, and all the rest of these political clowns. That is a real king, if you understand what I'm saying. And his crown is the truth, and he is elevated by the truth and truth alone. Why and how? Because the truth is undeniable, my friends. All one has to do it is gently speak it into existence, and it will break up whole armies. A great man does not seek power, he seeks that which is righteous and virtuous. Power is ordained to him through this relentless pursuit. > Besides Tolkien, what other literature is high on your list? Modern fantasy and grim-dark? I wouldn't elevate any particular book above others, works like these are very, very rare. Regardless, I'd definitely pick out some fun and wise entry reads like The Blade Itself (Abercrombie is amazing and funny as fuck), Gardens of the Moon (incredible, incredible). Godless Lands is another great read by Sean Crow, a sort-of distant friend of mine. All of these are so good and so rich. They teach subtle lessons that 90% of people miss, especially if they're more technical-minded and go for the self-help crap all the time. Cheeky, from Gardens; ![[IMG_0698.png]]