Night sky

Had to take the dog out at 4 AM. It was about 40 degrees, a clear, black, cloudless sky, with enormous stars. And in the north, a huge Big Dipper was laid out i...

Multiple intelligences

The psychology of solitude in Anthony Storr and Howard Gardner is too often seen as a tool for creativity. Their books feature composers, musicians, artists, wr...

Hermit alone?

Is it possible to be a hermit and not live alone? The most famous recluse of ancient China was Liang Hung, who lived as a hermit with his wife Meng Kuang nearly...