This is just too awesome for words. I shall carry it everywhere.
Author Archives: Natalia Antonova
Dear “Feminist,” please lay off the battery acid
Three separate people have e-mailed to tell me that a certain women’s rights warrior (whose activism seems to revolve around setting up a blog to trash me and Ren and other undesirables), is clamouring for my attention again. “No Frodo! Don’t give in! Not now!” Yes, I’ve been doing a rather good job of ignoringContinue reading “Dear “Feminist,” please lay off the battery acid”
Love to Tim Brabants!
Tim Brabants was a 31-year-old British doctor with a dream, competing in a sport, kayaking, where the British have never won a gold medal. He put a helluva lot on the line, sidelining his career and making financial sacrifices, and today, he done made his country proud. He looked so badass in the kayak singleContinue reading “Love to Tim Brabants!”
Georgia and Russia: a War Diary From One Man Trying to Keep His Family Safe in Georgia
This Georgian war diary is long, but it makes for excellent reading. No matter what side you take in this conflict, or whether you take a side at all, you will take away something from this piece, something elemental. (Un)happy reading.
The Germaine Greer Clown Car Pulls Into Town Once More
Contrary to all manner of vile rumour, I am perfectly capable of saying nice things about culture warrior and battle-hardened crusader against all things pink, otherwise known as Germaine Greer. I think she is an incredibly clever woman who expresses even the most insane opinions with tremendous flourish. I also think she’s damn fine; sayContinue reading “The Germaine Greer Clown Car Pulls Into Town Once More”