Why Do I Write and Publish Articles and Books?

This letter was written to me by a recently added new co author of mine, who is not an academic:

—–Original Message—–
From: KW
Sent: Thu 10/13/2016 10:30 AM
To: Walter Block
Subject: Re: FW: PFS seminar

Walter-

I wonder if our article will convert anyone to the one true political philosophy?

Thanks,

KW

Dear KW:

Who knows. That would be nice. But that’s not the main reason I write. Here ’tis:

Block, Walter E. 2013. “Why I write.” June 20;
https://www.lewrockwell.com/2013/06/walter-e-block/to-twist-noses-and-advance-the-good/

Since publishing the above, I have added this as one of my motivations:

Charitots of Fire: Eric Liddell: I believe God made me for a purpose, but he also made me fast. And when I run I feel His pleasure.

When I write (and publish!), I, too, feel His pleasure (even though I’m a devout atheist). Don’t ask.

Best regards,

Walter

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12:59 pm on October 13, 2016