I don’t often read books which make me feel full of youthful optimism. Obviously, I have a sardonic and mordant streak (Ok, “streak” may be a bit understated), but I am generally quite upbeat and think the future isn’t all that bad. I can’t remember the last time I felt that bubbly, optimistic, really the world isn’t all that bad, attitude. After all, the world really is that bad, but we might as well smile as the ship is sinking. Sure the world is decaying and getting worse all … [Read more...] about A Little Dose of Optimism