Take from the Rich, Give to the Poor

Explore the intersection of art, history, and personal reflection in this 49-minute talk by Alexander Nemerov, art history professor and author. Journey to Chico, California, where the Sherwood Forest scenes from the 1938 Hollywood classic "The Adventures of Robin Hood" were filmed. Delve into the speaker's meditations on history, fiction, love, and loss, as he examines the famous Robin Hood motto "Take from the rich, give to the poor" in relation to his own life experiences. Discover insights on moments of mystic clarity, the evolution of Stanford students, the oneness of nature, and the impact of family history. Gain perspective on resisting criticism, learning in Aspen, and the importance of introspection in an increasingly divided world.

Intro
A moment of communing
The Adventures of Robin Hood
The US Department of Justice
My Brother
The Still Life
Raphaels Transfiguration
Jesus on the Mountain
Emerson in the Woods
Death Effigy
Timebound World
All of Us
Tootles
Wisdom Virtue Power Beauty
Resisting Criticism
Learning in Aspen
Evolution of Stanford students
The oneness of nature
An introverted quiet thoughtful place
The impact of his father
summoning Pearl Harbor
conclusion