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Personal notes on Richard Strauss’ tone poem Also sprach Zarathustra (Thus Spake Zarathustra). Th... more Personal notes on Richard Strauss’ tone poem Also sprach Zarathustra (Thus Spake Zarathustra). These notes start with a review on Friedrich Nietzsche's "Thus Spoke Zarathustra" and his philosophy, followed by a closer look at the tone poem itself, its structure, musical transcendence, some of the more memorable performances and missteps, and a few critical responses, both positive as wells as not-so-positive.

其略曰:古老人事,述一虚构弗雷斯卡罗萨夜烛下写诗。 Summary: A totally fictitious “ancient “Anthropic story about an equa... more 其略曰:古老人事,述一虚构弗雷斯卡罗萨夜烛下写诗。

Summary: A totally fictitious “ancient “Anthropic story about an equally fictitious Frescarosa writing a poem at night by candlelight. (Chinese)

Riassunto: Una storia antropica "antica" totalmente fittizia su un altrettanto fittizio Frescaros... more Riassunto: Una storia antropica "antica" totalmente fittizia su un altrettanto fittizio Frescarosa che scrive una poesia di notte a lume di candela. (Italiano con traduzione in Inglese)

Summary: A totally fictitious “ancient “Anthropic story about an equally fictitious Frescarosa writing a poem at night by candlelight. (Italian with English translation)

Summary: A totally fictitious “ancient “Anthropic story about an equally fictitious Frescarosa wr... more Summary: A totally fictitious “ancient “Anthropic story about an equally fictitious Frescarosa writing a poem at night by candlelight.

Summary: A totally fictitiously “ancient “Anthropic story about an equally fictitious Frescarosa ... more Summary: A totally fictitiously “ancient “Anthropic story about an equally fictitious Frescarosa
writing a poem at night by candlelight. (Finnish with an English translation.)

Yhteenveto: Yhteenveto: Täysin fiktiivisesti "muinainen" Anthropic tarina yhtä kuvitteellisesta
Frescarosasta, joka kirjoittaa runon yöllä kynttilänvalossa. (Suomeksi
englanninkielisellä käännöksellä.

An overview of onionskin paper within its historical context and development, its manufacturing p... more An overview of onionskin paper within its historical context and development, its manufacturing process, various types and qualities, inks and instruments used to write upon it, its cultural impact and legacy, environmental considerations (they made me put it). The second part deals with aerograms, The All-in-One Airmail Solution.

Personal notes and observations on Helsinki: animal motifs and notes on the Kalevala, including p... more Personal notes and observations on Helsinki: animal motifs and notes on the Kalevala, including pictures of animal motifs on street corners. Personal notes on the Kalevala, too

Finland - personal notes on the language, genetics, history, food. vodka and chocolates, saunas, ... more Finland - personal notes on the language, genetics, history, food. vodka and chocolates, saunas, and a few maps.

Notes after the total solar eclipse of April 8th, 2024. Covers an introduction to total solar ecl... more Notes after the total solar eclipse of April 8th, 2024. Covers an introduction to total solar eclipses, their historical and cultural significance, observations and interpretation of solar eclipses in selected ancient civilizations, the science of total solar eclipses, the past, present, and future of total solar eclipses, significance of witnessing these events in the present day, and final thoughts on the wonder and mystery of the cosmos. Ends with paraphrase from Dante's Divina Commedia.

Answering an interesting and important question about the projected energy needs for the coming d... more Answering an interesting and important question about the projected energy needs for the coming decades and the projected sources of said energy. The short answer is that based on today's conditions and projections, the US will face an energy shortage by 2030. Here's a summary of some key points: AI Data Centers • As AI systems continue to grow in complexity and usage, the energy demands of AI data centers are expected to rise significantly. Estimates suggest AI-related energy consumption could account for 3-5% of global electricity use by 2030.

The Volcanic Explosivity Index (VEI) is a scale used to measure the explosiveness of volcanic eru... more The Volcanic Explosivity Index (VEI) is a scale used to measure the explosiveness of volcanic eruptions. It was devised by Chris Newhall of the United States Geological Survey and Stephen Self at the University of Hawaii in 1982. The VEI is based on several factors related to the eruption, including the volume of erupted material, the height of the eruption column, and the duration of the eruption. Here's a basic overview of how the VEI is calculated.

Donde el sol besa la tierra con luz dorada, yace Vallecito, una tierra imbuida de misterio y enca... more Donde el sol besa la tierra con luz dorada, yace Vallecito, una tierra imbuida de misterio y encanto. Aquí, donde las imponentes formaciones de sal se erigen como centinelas silenciosos, se despliega un cuento de magia, tejido en el mismo tejido de la tierra.

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Torres del Paine National Park in Chilean Patagonia is renowned for its striking landscapes and t... more Torres del Paine National Park in Chilean Patagonia is renowned for its striking landscapes and towering granite peaks. The region is steeped in myths and legends that have been passed down by the indigenous Tehuelche people who inhabited the area for centuries. Here are three notable myths and legends associated with Torres del Paine.

Munenori and Sōhō are sitting at a game of Go when you enter. They ignore you. As you watch them,... more Munenori and Sōhō are sitting at a game of Go when you enter. They ignore you. As you watch them, you grow increasingly uneasy as you realize that they are breaking the rules. Or at least not playing Go. During a momentary lapse in the room's focus, you ask, "What is the game you play?" "That is for you to understand," replies Sōhō. You almost think you see Munenori smile, which always signals danger. The game wears on, each move taking longer than the last. Try as you might, just when you think you understand the rules, a played stone proves you wrong. At last Sōhō concedes, "I have no move." Munenori nods a bow. After a time Sōhō speaks, "Sometime I would like to learn the rules you played in the end." You are surprised. "You did not know the rules?" Munenori turns to you. "Neither knew the rules in advance. So is the world."

Notes on Napoleon's key battles. their background, operations, outcome, and significance. Include... more Notes on Napoleon's key battles. their background, operations, outcome, and significance. Includes illustration maps, plus a short section on the miliary genius of Napoleon, a profile of the Duke of Wellington as a military leader, reflections on Leo Tolstoy's narrative and perspectives on Napoleon and the Battle of Borodino-plus a recipe for Chicken Marengo

Study notes on the dollarization of the Ecuadorian economy, the positive impacts, the negative ef... more Study notes on the dollarization of the Ecuadorian economy, the positive impacts, the negative effects, a quick comparison with El Salvador, whose economy is also dollarized, and steps another nation should consider if it wants to dollarize its economy.

Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) are a class of materials consisting of metal ions or clusters con... more Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) are a class of materials consisting of metal ions or clusters connected by organic ligands to form a threedimensional porous structure. MOFs have gained significant attention in recent years due to their unique properties and potential applications in various fields.

The premiere of The Rite of Spring in 1913 was one of the most infamous events in the history of ... more The premiere of The Rite of Spring in 1913 was one of the most infamous events in the history of classical music. The audience's reaction to the music was so extreme that it has been likened to symptoms of schizophrenia. In this essay, we will explore the parallels between the audience's reaction to The Rite of Spring and the symptoms of schizophrenia, including the role of dopamine in creating an intense emotional response to music.

The Rite of Spring, or Le Sacre du Printemps in French, is an innovative and controversial ballet... more The Rite of Spring, or Le Sacre du Printemps in French, is an innovative and controversial ballet and orchestral concert work composed by Igor Stravinsky with choreography by Vaslav Nijinsky. It premiered in Paris in 1913, and the performance caused a scandal, leading to a near-riot in the theater. Despite the initial controversy, The Rite of Spring is now considered one of the most influential and celebrated compositions of the 20th century.

Preliminary notes, a compilation of information available on the Internet, in preparation for a r... more Preliminary notes, a compilation of information available on the Internet, in preparation for a research paper on the work of impressionist artist Berthe Morisot. Includes a few examples of her work.

Summary: A totally fictitious “ancient “Anthropic story about an equally fictitious Frescarosa writing a poem at night by candlelight. (Chinese)

Summary: A totally fictitious “ancient “Anthropic story about an equally fictitious Frescarosa writing a poem at night by candlelight. (Italian with English translation)

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Español (pag 1): refutando la tensión según Levinas. Su noción de la "tensión" ha sido ampliament... more Español (pag 1): refutando la tensión según Levinas. Su noción de la "tensión" ha sido ampliamente discutida y analizada en el mundo filosófico. Sin embargo, en este ensayo, argumentaré en contra de la teoría de Levinas sobre la tensión y explicaré por qué creo que no es una idea válida.

English (pag 2): refuting tension according to Levinas. His notion of "tension" has been widely discussed and analyzed in the philosophical world. However, in this essay, I will argue against the theory of Levinas about tension and I'll explain why I think it's not a valid idea.