Best books to read-- - Chess Forums

The Way of Perfection by St Teresa of Avila (in this book, St Teresa of Avila includes a brief discourse on the perfect way to play chess--she's even better at the game than I am--not a lot of people are because I'm a grandmaster)

I also have a couple by Julius Caesar on my to read list right now, Virgil's Aeneid, Tacitus, etc. I like reading ancient histories.

Playful_Tiger

Apr 17, 2016

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What's this stuff all about! Looks cool. Aeneid is the only book on your list I've read because I am what they call a "Modern Pagan." But yes definitely Aeneid, think about Virgil carrying his father on his back

AutisticCath

Apr 17, 2016

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Playful_Tiger wrote:

What's this stuff all about! Looks cool. Aeneid is the only book on your list I've read because I am what they call a "Modern Pagan." But yes definitely Aeneid, think about Virgil carrying his father on his back

I've been suffering so many headaches as of recent. As someone who graduated with a B.A. in history and religious studies, I enjoy reading both theology, social theories of religion, philosophy, and histories. However, due to my headaches, I cannot read as many social theories of religion, philosophy, or much theology I used to read. So instead, I've been reading much in the area of mystical theology and history as well. Much smoother to read.

I've come across some great Latin translations of excellent literary works as well. I've always wanted to read Alice in Wonderland, maybe I'll read Alicia in Terra Mirabili.

Playful_Tiger

Apr 18, 2016

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Nice! I am RS too. I hope your headaches get better . I've found mystical texts to be a whole different kind of headache, but perhaps less of one, at least in your case