I’m David Hurley, a British bloke who has lived in Hiroshima, Japan, since 1999.
I graduated from the University of York with a degree in Politics and English Literature, and subsequently undertook postgraduate research in English Renaissance literature. My academic interests include Francis Bacon, Machiavelli and the relationship between Renaissance thought, magic and the imagination.
I’ve continued to write about literature, history and ideas, as well as Japanese culture and life in Japan. You can find some of my academic work on the Academic Essays page, alongside other articles, book reviews and personal writing on this site.
My interests include Renaissance literature, Japanese culture, and the ideas that shape how we understand the world. Some of these subjects have occupied me for years; others lead me down new paths. This blog reflects that variety, with articles ranging from academic essays and book reviews to more personal explorations of subjects that catch my attention.
I’ve also had a longstanding interest in games, especially chess, and also Japanese games such as karuta and “riichi” mahjong. For several years, I ran an online business selling Japanese games, including mahjong sets, hanafuda cards and shogi pieces.
That experience led into a longer involvement with online business. I’ve been involved in affiliate marketing since 2007 and continue to build websites and explore different approaches to online marketing. I write about that work at DavidHurley.net.
You can find links to my other websites on the My Other Websites page.
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