Dancer and choreographer -- via the Toronto Globe & Mail.
Interesting, overlooked, and significant obituaries from around the world, as they happen, emphasizing the positive achievements of those who have died. Member, Society of Professional Obituary Writers.
Monday, April 28, 2014
Sunday, April 27, 2014
From the Express Tribune: 'Celebrating death: a festive goodbye'
A report by Mukhamuddin on the funeral traditions of the Kalash people, a polytheist tribe in northern Pakistan --
From Yahoo News: Monetizing the afterlife
In contrast to the previously linked story, here's an American perspective: Elizabeth Palermo writes about seven businesses that seek to capitalize on demise . . . some good ideas here, and some not so much.
From CNN: 'Hotel Death' and Hindu end-of-life practices
An excellent feature story by Moni Basu on the ancient city of Varanasi, where some Hindus go to die in order to achieve moskha, or freedom from the cycle of death and rebirth impelled by karma. This story does not attempt to resolve any of the contradictions and ambiguities of its subjects; the act of thoughtful observation by the writer is deeply respectful. Only the editor's choice of headline is sadly inappropriate.
Friday, April 25, 2014
Thursday, April 24, 2014
Emmanuel Carballo
Writer and literary critic -- via CNN Mexico.
Historias de vida Emmanuel Carballo from Rulero on Vimeo.
Historias de vida Emmanuel Carballo from Rulero on Vimeo.
Daniel Anker
Here's the link to his "Scottsboro: An American Tragedy" --
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
Herb Wong
The ultimate jazz lover; jazz journalist, historian, DJ, critic, record and concert promoter -- via the San Jose Mercury News.
Tuesday, April 22, 2014
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