Archive - The Zone

February 2025

Hello, Obligatory shilling.

Feb 28 •

A Morning in Grittleton

You’re sitting in your village home when there is a knock at the door.

Feb 26 •

Trolling the Libs

“My grandpa died at Auschwitz.

Feb 25 •

Year of the Cold

Publishing old articles to my Substack feels a bit cheeky but (a) it’s one of my favourite pieces, (b) the publication it was written for has not…

Feb 21 •

The Ends and Means of Truth and Lies

The Anglo-American right is drowning in bullshit.

Feb 21 •

Difference and Delusion

An Afghan man has been arrested in Germany for injuring at least 28 people in a “suspected attack” when he drove his car into a union rally.

Feb 13 •

In Praise of Romance

Valentine’s Day is around the corner, and if you are in a relationship I hope that you have bought your other half a thoughtful present like a book, or…

Feb 11 •

Notes on Pole-arisation

Years ago, when I was a full-time English teacher, I had a class of adolescents who kept me updated about things their priest considered to be Satanic.

Feb 7 •

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