TONY ON BIG LIT BANG NOVEL & MORE
Posted by anthonynorth on March 30, 2009
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PROF ISAAC GALISTEIN ON BIG BANG
Big Bang isn’t the only explanation of the universe. There is also Steady State, which says the universe regenerates itself constantly. This idea is shunned by the mainstream, but could philosophy lie behind this? We live in a linear world where everything has to have a beginning and an end. To not have such is just so … well – eastern!
BLOGGER BARD ON MODERN LIT
As a general rule I dislike modern literary novels. I love the classics, but with the modern I found myself playing ’search for the story’. Maybe writers place all value in the individual today, but they seem to be all about an angst-driven search for self.
Next post Wed. See you then.
© Anthony North, March 2009
FROM THE ARCHIVES
Why Are We Here
We are well aware of the idea that life constantly evolves. But how
far does this process of evolution go? Does it stop at life, or could
it be argued that evolution is a property of the cosmos?
… read more …
BRIT NEWS: A rainbow alliance is forming of
anarchists and greens as the London G20 Summit
approaches. Many fear riots. Will they happen? Well,
it depends on the weather. If it’s nice, possibly. Brit
rioters don’t like getting wet.
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BRIT NEWS: Brownski and the Palace have discussed Royal
reforms regarding allowing royalty to marry Catholics, and placing
equal female succession. I’m always suspicious of NuLabour
meddling in royalty, but this one is long overdue.
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HEALTH NEWS: The Lancet accuses Pope of distorting
science over condom claims. Some time science
and religion have to start talking. The problem is
maybe no longer a scientific or religious view,
but the antagonism between the two.
Lots more news on my Mini Blog
PSI-WORLD
A small step into the dark
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THE SEER
She sits so still, lets them in,
Soon the spirits begin to sing,
Seeing so much of what life’s about,
Offering messages without doubt,
But where they reside, I’m not so sure,
Inner mind, not Heaven pure?
GETTING UP
Fiction: Getting up that morning was scary. I suppose, at first, it
seemed a normal morning, but there was just something about it
that I knew wasn’t right. And it wasn’t just scary for me – it was,
in a way, doubly scary for them. Oh boy, how they ran! You see,
I died yesterday.
K is for … KARMA
Lived before, I must have done,
Too much life overcome,
Wisdom always being my guide,
Previous lives in which to confide,
Grounded by a moral code,
Karma stopping me being a toad
THE BIRD
I see him not, I close my eyes,
Then into sight he surely flies,
Guides my mind to vistas new,
Nature’s truths are now in view,
My animal guide then lowers a claw,
To mystic lands, together we soar
© Anthony North, March 2009
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SandyCarlson said
Angst-driven searches for self are a real bore. But I think there are some good things out there these days. One good memoir I am reading, The Midwife, is about one such woman who worked in the East End of London in the 1950s. It is refreshingly not that!
anthonynorth said
Hi Sandy,
Yes, of course, there will be exceptions, but certainly in Lit Novels over here, it is getting a little boring most of the time. Must tell my dearest about that book, by the way.
Sweet Talking Guy.. said
Hi Tony, just spent ages reading your ‘Why are we here’ post and it occured to me that the human thought process as seen by a supierior intellegence is probably something akin to us looking at a computer brain. Anyway…
anthonynorth said
Hi Andy,
Yes, that’s a good way of looking at it – but mighty powerful one.
Jamie said
This cult of the individual seems to permeate so much of modern life. Maybe the current crisis will take us back to a more cooperative and intertwined model for humanity.
Villager said
Happy MM! Interesting thoughts from you this morning…
I invite your blog readers to remember why the caged bird sings.
peace, Villager
Lisa Ceaser said
I came via Manic Monday – lovely bird poem. Very nice.
Fledgling Poet said
You’ve outdone yourself with your poems in this post…’The Seer’ especially moved me. Beautiful!
anthonynorth said
Hi Jamie,
I couldn’t agree with you more, and I hope you’re right.
Hi Villager,
Thanks for that. Glad you liked them.
Hi Lisa,
Thanks for that, and welcome.
Hi Fledgling Poet,
Many thanks. A lovely comment that is much appreciated.
Comedy Plus said
Loved the big bang part. All the religious folks won’t agree with that one.
As for the why are we here, I’m guessing it’s to procreate. That’s just what I’ve always thought. To keep this insanity going.
Have a terrific day Anthony.
anthonynorth said
Hi Sandee,
Thanks for that. You may well be right.
julia said
‘Getting Up’ is great!
Geraldine said
You continue to amaze me Tony, with your thoughtful (JAM-PACKED!!!) posts and all the other work that you do. Where do you find the time.
Thanks for sharing your take on so many topics. Always a worthwhile visit, stopping by Tony’s place.
Hugs, G
Chris said
Hi Anthony,
“THE BIRD” resonated perfectly with me, lovely!
I just re-read the “Why Are We Here” piece. The thing that strikes me as strange is, where do the positive commenters go? It seems like there is a fleeting flash (in some cases) of thought and agreement but then there is no further ‘commentary re-appearance’. I wonder if this is another case of ’specialist thinking’ where only the ‘topic of interest’ is pursued around the world via the net?
Tumblewords said
Big Bang and Modern Lit. Excellent. We have gotten into such an ‘all about me’ syndrome that it’s hard to find very expansive writings. I cannot imagine the world being static. I think it grows, shifts and changes all the time…much as life itself.
anthonynorth said
Hi Julia,
Thanks for that. I’m pleased you liked the story.
Hi Geraldine,
Many thanks. I like the sound of that: Tony’s Place
Hi Chris,
I think you’ve got a point there. Another factor is the sheer volume of information out there, itself causing a certain amount of blinkered thinking. Infact, I’ve just been writing about … sorry, one of my columnists has just been writing about that. I think it’s due to appear this week some time.
Hi Tumblewords,
Many thanks. Some great thoughts there. Yes, the ‘me’ idea is getting rather out of hand.
Twilight said
I don’t read books much these days, but what you said about modern lit doesn’t surprise me. People in general seem to self-analyse an awful lot these days. Self-help books abound. It’s time for us to look outward once again, I think, and stop obsessing with self and individual.
I’ve read your “Why Are We Here” piece in awe, AN. I tend to become frustrated with the question after a while and wonder why there should be a reason at all.
We just “are”. A tree just “is”. Things progress because we, and nature, drive them. Does there really have to be any reason, I wonder?
It’s all very good food for thought though.
anthonynorth said
Hi Twilight,
Thanks for that. Yes, the individual is far too over-hyped nowadays. There IS life outside of me!
You may have a point about the why are we here question, but as I see it, we need to search for answers to find meanings for what we do. This is, to me, what knowledge is all about – not the universe, but us.
Chris said
Hi Anthony,
I agree, information accessibility is a wonderful thing, but, it also has its downside, information overload. I think that the ability to think and explore tangentially is critical to broad knowledge assimilation, but then again, that’s only a generalist’s thinking.
I’m with you on knowledge also, it’s about finding/understanding our place in the Universe, we weren’t ‘given’ big brains for nothing, evolution is one smart ‘cooky’.
Linda Jacobs said
Loved that fiction piece!
anthonynorth said
Hi Chris,
Thanks for that. Yes, I think you’ve about nailed it there.
Hi Linda,
Many thanks. I’m glad you liked it.
bundleocontradictions said
Couldn’t help it…your HoT reminds me of a character in one of the Harry Potter books. Thanks for the
anthonynorth said
Hi Bundleocontradictions,
Many thanks. Yes, the Harry Potter books are the latest popular expression of the process.
Hootin' Anni said
Once again….love your work Anthony. The SEER is perfect. I’ve oftentimes wondered the same thoughts you composed.
My Heads or Tails is all about the sea that surrounds me at home, and the Art Museum by the sea. Also, in a separate blog entry below my HoT, I have a Firefox Tip –if you use the Firefox Browser– for SEEing images and documents enlarged without leaving the homepage. Stop by for a visit, won’t you? Happy Tuesday.
Tricia said
I always love your poetry, and today is no exception. I think The Bird is my favorite.
Skittles said
I’m never really sure where my thoughts originate or reside..
Your sign in at HoT took me to your post for “point.” I found ya though.
anthonynorth said
Hi Hootin’ Anni,
Thanks for that. Great minds, and all that
Hi Tricia,
Many thanks. It’s always good to know you’re appreciated.
Hi Skittles,
Yes, I think that’s a regular feeling.
gautami tripathy said
Many modern classics are good too. I like to explore those.
mainline to the heart
anthonynorth said
Hi Gautami,
Yes, it is, of course, a matter of personal taste.
Granny Smith said
Big Bang or steady state, we’re here. Have fun at life’s party!
Tumblewords said
You are so prolific – I’m headed out to follow a few of your links this morning. Glad you twitter…
Linda G said
Hi again Anthony,
You’re 3 poems are great- a pleasant respite.
I’m in the midst of ‘information overload’ via google- to reestablish my PC as I knew & loved it. Think I’m close to my solution. But I surely can attest to Chris’ comment about overload- as I am searching for info & trying to learn new ‘tech stuff’. It’s exhausting.
Hope to be back soon!
Rambling Woods said
Hello Anthony..I thought of using karma..but then you did a much better job than what I was going to do….Michelle
anthonynorth said
Hi Granny Smith,
Yes, you can say that again.
Hi Tumblewords,
Thanks for that. There’s a lot of pieces behind those links
Hi Linda,
I’m pleased you liked the poems. Good luck with the tech stuff. It scares the hell out of me!
Hi Michelle,
Thanks for that. I’m sure you’re wrong, though.
Selma said
As well as the anguished search for self, modern literary novels need to be incomprehensible. The more incomprehensible they are, the more likely they are to win something like the Booker Prize. I’m just sayin’…..
anthonynorth said
Hi Selma,
And I’d say it, too. The Booker has become a bit of a turn off for me, I must admit.
Tumblewords said
Ah, the old Karma scare – I can’t tell if I’ve inherited it or if I’m building it – either way…brrr. Nice poem!
anthonynorth said
Hi Tumblewords,
Yes, it certainly gets to many.
Pretty Prats said
i just love coming to your page after its fileld with all ur beautiful words !! loved each of the short poems .. specially the Karma and bird !!
anthonynorth said
Hi Pretty Prats,
Many thanks for that. A wonderful comment that is much appreciated.