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Taming Inner Demons: The Heart of Storytelling
“It is only when a man tames his own demons that he becomes the king of himself if not of the world.” - Joseph Campbell Joseph Campbell's...
Cary Reed
Nov 29, 20232 min read


The Perilous Allure of Demagogues: Lessons from Machiavelli to Modern Democracies
I've recently been engrossed in Erica Benner's "Machiavelli's Ethics," a book that sheds light on the political machinations of...
Cary Reed
Oct 30, 20232 min read


The Ancient Wisdom of War and Peace: Why World Leaders Need a Lesson from Thucydides
In a world marred by conflict and divisiveness, it’s disheartening to note how little we've evolved when it comes to the wisdom of war...
Cary Reed
Oct 15, 20232 min read
Why I Write: In Defense of Virtue and Liberalism
Writing has always been more than a simple pastime for me; it's been a channel for my deepest passions and convictions. When I sat down...
Cary Reed
Oct 8, 20231 min read
Welcome to the Reed Pen!
Welcome to The Reed Pen, the official writing corner of Cary Reed. Here, you'll find a unique blend of ancient warfare and modern...
Cary Reed
Sep 26, 20231 min read
The Reed Pen
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