Old Thought For A New Generation

I started this blog with the goal of offering readers a glimpse into some of the greatest insights related to history, economics, religion, and philosophy— all without having to read them.

The Myth of The Inquisition

We must rank the Inquisition... as among the darkest blots on the record of mankind, revealing a ferocity unknown in any beast. -Will...

How To Think About Capitalism Part 5: The Thinkers of The Capitalist Tradition

“The bourgeoisie… has been the first to show what man’s activity can bring about. It has accomplished wonders far surpassing the Egyptian...

How To Think About Capitalism Part Four: Lockeing Down Leviathan

Dear reader, Happy 4th of July! Over the last several weeks we have been exploring a very brief introduction in the intellectual history...