Tag Archives: Dickens

Let’s talk about Bond. James Bond

Posted on March 2, 2023 by Naomi

This is one of those times when several disparate ideas come banging into each other at the same time. I’ve been re-watching the James Bond movies and have some thoughts. And then came an announcement that new editions of Ian … Continue reading →

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You want a statute of limitations? Try Jarndyce v Jarndyce

Posted on May 20, 2022 by Naomi

This fascinating tale of real life legal matters comes from Kevin Underhill, maestro of LoweringTheBar. It’s short yet remarkably weird: According to [India’s National Judicial Data Grid], there are 36,676 civil cases in India’s district courts that have been pending … Continue reading →

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Petty notes on living in the plague

Posted on April 21, 2020 by Naomi

Today, if the thunderstorms subside, I must go on a hunt — this time for tissue paper. Toilet paper? I’ve got plenty. But I’m running low on tissues. Where might I find them? Perhaps my hardware store. Shopping takes a … Continue reading →

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