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...centers around Ed’s not entirely willing separation from humanity. The film’s title is a gateway, but everything from Ed’s companionship-without-communication marriage to his job—mirrors notwithstanding, a customer doesn’t see a barber at work??means to firm up the point. The Coens make some uncharacteristically naked stabs at developing this idea—a young pianist remarks to Ed that she doesn’t mind errors at a recital if they go unobserved; Ed, eager to quit barbering and join...
...theoretical underpinnings of the Reclamation Artists’ work is somewhat esoteric and hard to grasp, but in essence much of their work??including “Nest!”—seems to consist of attempts to make something out of nothing. Or, more precisely, to convert a formerly vacuous physical topos into an organic component of a superimposed piece of art. In particular, Reclamation Artists are concerned with neglected urban landscapes, and have often endeavored to add an aesthetically pleasing touch to otherwise barren and unappealing scenery...
...Khagram explains that academics’ failure to recognize the quality of KSG faculty’s work??at Harvard and elsewhere—puts KSG professors at a disadvantage in the world of academia...
Instead, Seattle let Clemens off the hook with another passable playoff outing. In an effective but hardly unforgettable performance by both starters, Clemens and Seattle’s Paul Abbott combined to give up just one hit but 12 walks. Both were pulled after five innings of work??well before the fate of the crucial game was settled—and each received a no-decision...
...Junger sees it, there is much more dangerous work??like working an oil rig or fire-fighting—that is necessary and therefore heroic. A month ago, that was a lesson worth teaching, but as New York continues to bury its fire-fighters and police officers at a rate of 20 to 25 a day, the country hardly needs reminding now. Nonetheless, Junger’s point is one that always bears repeating. His writing may not fully elucidate the issues of Islam fanactism, the Cold War and other global issues, but it is also important...