Like most sequels, these books are nice, but underwhelming.
The Washington book on politics was downright depressing. It’s important to examine the sophistry of politicians, but it’s hard to laugh about misdirection in the service of power plays in the face of rising authoritarianism and a war in Europe.
With my recent interest in aging and death, I had higher expectations about Pearly Gates, but it didn’t add much to the conversation. Maybe I’ve been over-exposed to the subject with my recent readings.
Both are worth checking out if you really liked Plato and a Platypus, but don’t go in with high expectations.
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I doubt I’ll revisit Washington (too depressing) but I might relisten Pearly Gates to see what I missed.