From the Link Desk
 
I won't be posting for a week or so, as my family is going on vacation to Costa Rica.  Fear not, Gentle Reader!  I promise a full report when I return.

In the meantime, here are some links to thought provoking essays on matters various and sundry.  Feel free to discuss them at length in the comments section!

1.  Should America finally succumb to imperialism?  This book says yes!

2.  David Brin gives us his analysis of the problems with Star Wars.  Here's part two!

3.  Here's an argument against Dr. Asimov's three laws of robotics.  (Thank you, mumpsimus!)

4.  Finally, a blog for giant monsters!  (Thank you, mumpsimus!)

5.  Speaking of giant monsters: Cthulhu in '04!

That is all.