About Barry

The musings of Barry, the absinthe minded professor.

The title of  this blog is based on the word Gnosis (from the Greek word for knowledge). While I am not a Gnostic, I like to try to think in an out-of-the-box gnostic style.

I am a Floridian with a BA in the Humanities Interdisciplinary program (History, Religion, and Philosophy). Needless to say, much of what you read on this site will fall into those categories. From time to time, I will comment on popular culture.

Reviews

I review books (and products) on a myriad of topics. If you have a book that you would like me to review please take a moment to read my Review policy. I wish that I had time to accept all request but there isn’t enough time in the day. Having said that, a product review is usually a quick review.
I have reviewed items as diverse as games, DVDs, and even a lei from Hawaii. I have an interest in green-tech, new-age products, gardening, and items related to spirituality. I also tackle book-related items from Kindle accessories to book covers.

Entertainment

I’m a fan of steampunk and hope to build a steampunk set for video reviews in the future. Along with reading, gardening, dabbling in the kitchen, I enjoy old B scifi and horror movies (love old Hammer movies) and Masterpiece mystery. With all of that said, I also enjoy some of the various paranormal TV programs. However, in my case, I see them as little more than entertainment. I view those programs in a very skeptical fashion.

Authors, publishers, and PR requesting reviews can reach me at: anamchara (at) gmail.com …Please take a moment with my review policy to see if we are a good match.

Disclaimer:

This is a personal weblog.  My opinions are mine alone and not those of my employer.

From time to time, my opinions may change. Remember, what you are reading is a snap shot in time of an open-minded person. If you don’t like what I said don’t kick the dog or yell at your spouse just leave a comment.

Please make it a pg13 comment with no profanity or name calling. If you want it to be read by anyone other than me.