I had a friend in Syria, a university professor, who wrote a book essentially titled "What the Ottomans Gave the Arabs". He couldn't get it published anywhere in the Arab world as it went so against 'common wisdom'.
Maybe, when the history books are written 300 years from now, there'll be a better perspective on what's been going on now for the past 100 years.
"Maybe, when the history books are written 300 years from now, there'll be a better perspective on what's been going on now for the past 100 years."
John, I have great respect for you and Dean when it comes to our history. Do you think our history books tell the truth like I do and the great books that are written today?
I went to see a movie and just got back. I think I answered my own question. I do hope in the next hundred years to have great history books like we do now.
6.30.2007 8:25pm
Commenting on Dean's World is a privilege, not a right. Dean is your host, you are his guest, and you should behave in that fashion. Dean is not your babysitter, nor is he your punching bag. Please remember this. In general, you are free to disagree with anyone on any subject you wish, but abusive behavior will not be tolerated.
Of course we all lose our tempers now and then. Dean freely admits to being imperfect in this regard, which is why regulars to this establishment will generally be cut more slack than people who we don't know very well.
Still: behave like an adult, or go find somewhere else to play. Thanks.
Maybe, when the history books are written 300 years from now, there'll be a better perspective on what's been going on now for the past 100 years.
John, I have great respect for you and Dean when it comes to our history. Do you think our history books tell the truth like I do and the great books that are written today?
Of course we all lose our tempers now and then. Dean freely admits to being imperfect in this regard, which is why regulars to this establishment will generally be cut more slack than people who we don't know very well.
Still: behave like an adult, or go find somewhere else to play. Thanks.