Every time I try, I get too choked up to really say anything worthwhile.

Yesterday a giant of love, intellect, wisdom and fun passed and a big battle with brain cancer.

Without him, the world will never be the same.

Love to Leonard, and all who love him.

Luckily for those who didn't know him, he left a great legacy behind, in the form of amazing offspring and literary gems.

Worth (re)discovering.

http://leonardshlainsbrain.com/

--t

Here's how David Pesco puts it:

"Dr. Leonard Shlain, surgeon and author of the groundbreaking books Art & Physics, Alphavet vs. The Goddess, and Sex, Time, and Power, died this morning after a long battle with brain cancer. Len was 71 and had just completed his fourth book, Leonardo's Brain. Len's knowledge, wisdom, curiosity, and humor will be remembered by everyone who had the pleasure of meeting him. His books are a permanent, timeless, and beautiful reminder that the line between art and science is imaginary and that the world is full of wonder if we just open our eyes and minds to it. Len's legacy -- his children, grandchildren, books, and the thousands of people he helped as a physician -- are a testament to who he was. Our thoughts are with the extended Shlain family."