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Author Archives: Brian D. Butler
Notes on a native son
The unfolding events of recent weeks in the United States have fostered a long overdue interest in the writings of many Black American authors. Few African American writers have had the deep and lasting impact on our culture that James … Continue reading
Posted in Books, History, USA, Writing
Tagged African American Literature, essays, James Baldwin
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How Dickensian
A big thanks and a tip of the hat to TBTP reader Lucy from the UK for sending me the marvelous Dickens cartoon (below) by the great Tom Gauld. If you follow this humble blog, you will be aware that … Continue reading
Posted in Art, Books, Europe, History, Writing
Tagged Cartoons, Charles Dickens, Comics, London
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“From these garish lights I vanish now for evermore…”
Yesterday marked the 150th anniversary of the death of Charles Dickens. Among the commemorations, there was this stunning sound and light installation which was projected onto Westminster Abbey’s iconic West Towers last weekend. The projection was created by light and … Continue reading
Posted in Animation, Architecture, Art, Books, Europe, History, Tech, Tourism, Writing
Tagged Charles Dickens, London, Westminster Abbey
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How You Can Help From Anywhere
If you would like to help the Black Lives Matter movement but don’t know how, or are not able to contribute financially, a group of thoughtful YouTubers have created monetized videos that directly support affiliated organizations — all you need … Continue reading
Freedom Suite
This striking performance (below)of North Carolina-born drummer Max Roach’s “Freedom Now Suite,” a medley of “Tears for Johannesburg” and the triptych “PRAYER / PROTEST / PEACE,” was recorded by a television station in 1964—the same year the Civil Rights Act … Continue reading
Posted in Film, History, Music, USA
Tagged Abbey Lincoln, Coleman Hawkins, Jazz, Max Roach
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Beautiful Amsterdam
Over the years I have spent more time in Amsterdam than any other city outside of the United States. It was one of the first European cities that I visited and captured my imagination from the very first time that … Continue reading
Pin the tail on the devil
“If My Enemy Is a Clown, a Natural Born Clown” by Ishmael Reed i tore down my thoughts roped in my nightmares remembered a thousand curses made blasphemous vows to demons choked on the blood of hosts ate my hat … Continue reading
To be named the Westeros Railway ?
Game of Thrones creator George R.R. Martin is purchasing a historic railway in New Mexico along with two others in the hopes of revitalizing it with entertainment options and cultural events.The rail line currently runs from Santa Fe , New Mexico … Continue reading
Posted in History, Public Transport, Tourism, USA
Tagged Atchison, George R. R. Martin, railways, Topeka and Santa Fee
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How Book Lovers Can Help
If you are anything like me, these days you are searching for positive things that can be done. One simple, concrete action is to support indie bookstores, and especially those stores owned by people of color. Most of these valuable … Continue reading
