Peter Goodspeed: Dying as a political act: Centuries-old Buddhist tradition of self-immolation continues in China
“This was not the random act of a disturbed individual, but rather a single manifestation of a deeply rooted set of ideas and ideals in Chinese Buddhism that blossomed again and again in the history of pre-modern China.”
Photo: Tibetan exile Janphel Yeshi, 27, runs as he is engulfed in flames after he set himself on fire to protest an upcoming visit to India by Chinese President Hu Jintao, March 26, 2012, in New Delhi. Yeshi suffered life-threatening burns. (AFP/Getty Images)
Saw this here.
1765
Perspective apparatus designed by the engineer James Watt and made by him in Glasgow in 1765. This is an ingenious device, easily transportable, for use in external perspectives. The apparatus folds away into a fitted hardwood case, which also forms the drawing board; its stand fits together to form a walking stick. Science Museum, London.
Drawing Instruments 1580-1980, Hambly M, 1988
Top 10 Attacks on Women’s Rights This Year
The Right Wing decided it wanted to play Monday Morning Quarterback with my lady parts this year. It seems like an odd choice for a recreational activity, especially since there’s no legislative or medical reason to suddenly introduce radically…
