Monthly Archives: February 2015

Nathaniel’s Nutmeg – A Book Review and a Lesson

Posted on February 23, 2015 by Joel D. Hirst

Have you heard of the Island of Run? Neither had I. In fact this most insignificant island of the Banda archipelago – 1.9 miles by .65 miles – often doesn’t even make it onto modern maps of the region. Nevertheless, … Continue reading →

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Ten Men Was All It Would Take

Posted on February 8, 2015 by Joel D. Hirst

The plan was simple, easy, laughable even; given the complexity of the task. Ten men would be selected. Some would be chosen for their charm and the way that the light from the bars glanced off their teeth when they … Continue reading →

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