Some days back , I tried to put forward my immature arguments against the “Philosopher” Ayn Rand (link above). I posted this on orkut forums and it was seen as a publicity stunt by many ( they were not entirely off the mark) but my opinions were honest. They could not see what possible connection did I see in rock stars and Howard Roark. continue reading…
He wants to be the greatest footballer of all time. But the way he is going , Cristiano Ronaldo seems all set to be the most hated footballer among all the greats. What is it about him that makes so many fans hate him.
First things first; this book is about 1000 pages. So, you may think that by completing the mammoth task of finishing this book you will accomplish the mammoth task of understanding Warren Buffett. After all he is a business man and not some complicated artist and Warren himself has always made things easy to understand. But the thing about Warren Buffett is that he is easy to understand for a beginner, but has profound depth that will continue to amaze an “expert”.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PnTm2F6kiRQ&feature=related
“You don’t understand! I coulda had class. I coulda been a contender”
-Marlon Brando as Terry
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nrq96cW2BuY
Americans are very fond of lists such as top 100 this or top 20 that. And whenever they make a list of top Hollywood quotes of all time, this one invariably finds its place. Apart from the fact that it was Brando delivering it, the reason for its immortality is that we often feel like saying in life– I could have been a contender. But essentially this is nothing but self pitying and won’t get you or Brando anywhere. continue reading…
