Ruminations on our relationship with technology
“To read well, that is, to read true books in a true spirit, is a noble exercise, and one that will tax the reader more than any exercise which the customs of the day esteem. It requires training such as the athletes underwent, the steady intention of the whole life to this object.”
– Henry David Thoreau, Walden
If you’re a bibliophile like Thoreau, you may enjoy some of the recommended reading below. Suggestions include books that give valuable insight into our relationship with technology. Select a title below to explore a book review or synopsis that piques your interest.
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Deep work vs. shallow work I’m a fan of Cal Newport for the same reason I like Henry David Thoreau. Newport sees immense value in the ability to focus and filter out distractions. For this reason, I highly recommend his book Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World. The key idea is … Read more
Revisiting Thoreau’s Walden Every so often, I like to pick up books I haven’t glanced at in a while and lose myself in the words of a sagacious writer. One author I find myself constantly revisiting is Henry David Thoreau—in particular, his book Walden. Most have probably heard of Thoreau, even though his message of … Read more