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Book Review: Malleus Maleficarum

Scott Alexander reviews the 'Malleus Maleficarum', a 15th-century witch-hunting manual, analyzing its content and historical context while reflecting on the dangers of limited knowledge.

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Oct 28, 2022 8,468 words 229 likes 452 comments Listen · 51 min Read Read

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Your Book Review: The Castrato

A comprehensive review of 'The Castrato' by Martha Feldman, exploring the history, biology, and social impact of castrati singers in Italy.

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Jun 3, 2022 9,763 words 75 likes 236 comments Listen · 72 min Read Read

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A Paradox of Ecclesiology

Scott Alexander examines ecclesiology in non-religious movements, using the Catholic Church as a model of organizational success, and questions why other causes don't adopt similar structures.

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Jul 14, 2014 2,942 words 0 likes 258 comments Read Read

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Papal PR

Scott Alexander examines Pope Francis's PR-friendly actions, questioning why previous Popes didn't employ similar strategies and considering how this shift reflects changing public values.

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Dec 12, 2013 709 words 0 likes 64 comments Read Read

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Links for March

A collection of interesting links covering various topics from government plots and scientific studies to religious news and technological developments.

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Mar 18, 2013 997 words 0 likes 30 comments Listen · 21 min Read Read

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