One man's Mede is another man's Persian

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Two things.

The first is a balance to Jade's post about the Art Institute (but I'm not as cool, so I didn't take pictures).

( Cut for Medes )

Second thing: I've got another dubious book rec that may or may not turn out to be a good one for Gen-lovers.  It looks promising right now, at least.  A snarky hero is always appreciated. If you've read it, I'd love a second opinion.

( Has anybody read The Lens of the World? )

The pun in the heading is not mine, by the way.  I only wish it were.