Roborant: rob"o*rant, n. A roborant drug; a restorative or tonic.

Recent additions to Roborant

Kim

One of the best novels ever written, Kim deserves better treatment in modern times.

More From Enceladus

Saturn's moon Enceladus is turning out to be full of surprises.

The Next Big Thing from Apple

I've watched Apple for a long time, and I think you can be sure that the new "tablet" device they are poised to release will not be merely a desktop computer in a new, smaller form factor. That's not how Apple works.

Innumeracy in America

Our level of innumeracy in America may be starting to imperil our ability to maintain our civilization. Seems kind of important, doesn't it?

Greatest General of All Time?

So, was Hannibal the greatest general of all time? You decide.

Hannibal in the Alps

Which route did Hannibal take through the Alps? Well, academics are certainly glad you asked!

Hannibal and Rome

Hannibal's talents made him an irresistible force, Rome's strength of character made them the absolutely resolute immovable object. Which would win?

The Punic Wars

There were three Punic wars, each worse than the last.