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This is a book I never would have picked up on my own, and yet, I've enjoyed it very much. I cannot quote chapter and verse on its historical accuracy, but I do have to say that Greenblatt spins a great yarn. I actually listened to the audiobook from the library and can highly recommend the audio edition...though it is not a good method for bookmarks and notes.
His description of the fall of Rome struck me, primarily because I'm an educator, and a mention was made of the education system falling apart as the economics and city declined. While I'm not a fatalist, it struck a chord as we've been furloughed quite a bit, have schools closing this year and even had a law about how many days a student has to attend school being changed right here in my own city/state. So, while it was just a mention in the book, it jumped out quite a bit during my read.
I don't participate in the discussions much, but love this spot in the forum. Thanks all for a great read this month!
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