Category Archives: warfare

Exit, Pursued by a Bear: Violence in “The Revenant”

Posted on February 5, 2016 by E. C. Ambrose

I went to see “The Revenant” this past weekend after being encouraged to do so by an acquaintance who knew the film had some relevance to my current writing project. Although I  write about grim and gritty subjects, I felt … Continue reading →

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Warriors and Soldiers and Fantasy Novels

Posted on November 13, 2015 by E. C. Ambrose

I had a great time this weekend at the World Fantasy Convention, this year held in Saratoga Springs, NY.  One of the highlights came right at the end with a very thought-provoking panel about Weapons in Epic Fantasy.  The panelists … Continue reading →

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How Democracy Killed the Mongol Empire

Posted on July 2, 2015 by E. C. Ambrose

This week-end, we’ll be celebrating Independence Day, and all that it stands for:  freedom, justice, democracy.  Enjoy your cookout and fireworks.  This year, we also celebrate another milestone in self-determination, the signing of the Magna Carta by King John of … Continue reading →

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The Seasons of War

Posted on February 20, 2014 by E. C. Ambrose

As I set out from my home to do battle, once again, with the forces of Winter, I mused upon my recent reading, a historical novel, which, in part, depicted battles between Mongols and the knights of the European High … Continue reading →

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