Leonard Cohen and the Babylonian Exile of the Modern World
A look at Leonard Cohen’s song “By the Rivers Dark” and at the import of his work as a whole. May he rest in peace.
Leonard Cohen’s Prophecies
An essay on Leonard Cohen’s song “The Future” — and on his vision of the future itself.
Leonard Cohen’s Defense of Wounded Love
A look at Leonard Cohen’s song Hallelujah, a biblically themed love poetry with insights into both love and poetry.
The Men Mr. Stillman Added to Jane Austen
An analysis of the male characters Whit Stillman formed in hist film Love & Friendship.
Some Thoughts on Whit Stillman
I was pleased to read Carl’s notes on the charming new comedy Love & Friendship. As imitation is said to be the most sincere form of flattery, I’ll try to ...
Two Views of the End Times: Family
Now, let’s take a look at the gentlemen. The first episode introduces the family of Horace and Pete: The old fight the young; the women, the men; the disinherited, the ...