Prejudices, third series

A bold, sprawling set of essays, this work launches with a fierce meditation on what it means to be an American. The author spares no sarcasm as he catalogues the nation’s government, courts, foreign policy and populace as hopelessly flawed, yet he paradoxically remains a self‑styled loyal citizen, paying taxes and refusing the lure of exile. The opening chapter reads like a fiery diary entry, mixing bitter humor with a surprisingly earnest prayer for a better self‑understanding.

The collection then rolls into a kaleidoscope of topics—literary criticism, reflections on liberty, a whimsical taxonomy of “types of men,” and blunt advice for the young. Each piece is steeped in early‑twentieth‑century intellectual fervor, offering listeners a window into the restless, often contradictory mind of a cultural commentator who both rails against and clings to his country’s ideals. The result is a thought‑provoking, sometimes confrontational journey through politics, philosophy, and the everyday absurdities of modern life.