Keith Coleman

Much of the earlier history of both Ireland and Pictland is shrouded in a mist that hovers between reality and legend and mythology, and this earlier period is often view through a much later lens.

Coleman does his best to utilise the historic sources, archaeological evidence, and myths and legends, to shed some light onto this period and its ruler. He uses comparative examples to "fill out" a proposed timeline and biography. The early histories were mainly oral except when documented by clerics usually in the form of a Vitae of their patron, and always from a distance and with an agenda or moral in mind. Much of what is covered is - as mentioned - open to interpretation and this itself is explored and placed in context.

Having said that, I enjoyed reconnecting with one of the larger than life, mysterious, yet real characters of history. And like today, the lines of reality are sometimes blurred with those of myth.… (plus d'informations)

Self-Discipline by Keith Coleman:
This book gives helpful insights pertaining to self-awareness and motivation. It gives steps and guidelines; On improving control of one's thoughts and self-control to accomplish important goals we make for ourselves. It explains why we so often do not complete our goals.
I found the book informative and helpful, written with the "human factor" that we all our challenged by in daily life. He gives strategies for actually using the knowledge and assertiveness we all have but, many times fail to use. The book is to help stay on task with any goal that we choose. It is a simple read and can only be a positive influence.
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