Gavril Nikolaev 
I would like to share one of my favorite book covers. Curating my personal reading library is a fascinating process. Not only is it intellectually invigorating, it’s also aesthetically pleasing. That’s why I’ve decided to feature some of these covers here. By doing so I aim at two things: sharing book art with you and … Read more
. Last week’s exploration of Karl Marx’s foundational essay on the nature of satisfying work reminded me of a similar piece titled “Drudgery and Labors of Love” by Mortimer Adler (December 28, 1902–June 28, 2001). It’s included in his book “How to Think About the Great Ideas,” the same treasure trove of wisdom that gave … Read more
I’d like to share one of my favorite quotes. I find them while surfing the web, reading a book, or doing research for one of my articles. As someone who’s passionate about writing, I like to keep these small reminders front and center because of their capacity to ground me in the present moment and … Read more
Would you keep doing what you’re doing if no one paid you for it? It’s an uncomfortable question, especially at a time of mass proliferation of AI and its threat to both white- and blue-collar jobs. Perhaps, it should be reframed. Ask yourself, “Would Vincent van Gogh stop drawing if no one paid him for … Read more