Nexus by Yuval Noah Harari | Book Review & Discussion

[@RadicalModeration]

Great review Davood!!! Just discovered your channel looking for a review of Nexus, which I’ve read and plan to review and incorporate into my channel on the topic of malinformation. His explanation of the relationship between truth and power for the sake of order is fascinating. Your review was very insightful and I enjoyed your final thoughts, especially about Harrari’s tight narrative, which I totally agree with. Sapiens is also worth the review if you get around to it. From one Persian to another, Kudos brother! Sub’ed and looking forward to watching more of your reviews! ❤

[@DavoodGozli]

Thank you very much! I have also subscribed to your channel and looking forward to listening to your discussions, including your discussion of this book.

[@RahulSam]

Ooooo... looking forward to watching this and then deciding whether to read the book or not 😉

[@DavoodGozli]

Great to hear from you, Rahul! Nice - I'm curious about what you decide.

[@ShervinTalieh]

👏👏👏 Bravo. Excellent analysis and video, and bonus points for your soothing voice! I think Harari's style is akin to elevated, "healthy" fast-food, in that it has cheap calories that fool you into thinking you are full. 100% agree with your point on capitalism too; it feels like a 3rd rail item for him.

[@DavoodGozli]

Thank you, Shervin! I appreciate your kind words and perspective on Harari’s work. “Healthy” fast-food is a good metaphor.

[@spikedaniels1528]

Thanks!

[@spikedaniels1528]

Another upbeat and enjoyable review… could it be the cats? 🐈🐈‍⬛ Harari’s books initially engage me, but my attention falters. I then need to skip along - and occasionally augment with audio. You offer good reasons to consider why this might be the case… in addition to me being old, somewhat impatient, and prone to dump things for the next shiny object. I’ll check this one out through the library. Thank you!

[@DavoodGozli]

Thank you, Dan! I will make sure the cats get a nice treat in appreciation of their positive impact. I also relate to your description of reading Harari’s books. The pieces that he brings together and curates in one place can all be found elsewhere. His unique skill and ambition is in combining these pieces in the service of a unified narrative (or vision). It’s masterful and impressive, but I wish it were also a bit more lively and exciting.

[@borisz979]

Interesting. Well done.

[@DavoodGozli]

Thank you, Boris.

[@MerviJaakola-f8w]

An interesting video, many ideas that i have not thought about - but it's true, that the reality that bureaucracy is keeping alive, is not the truth about our life. This disharmony causes suffering per se. The book is interesting, i could never have so much energy that i could read it but thank you very much for reviewing it !. I must say it was quite dystopic and it gave a gloomy feeling, which is why I think many of his ideas are theoretical over-simplifications. But we never know how the world of humans evolves, i hope computers won't start to affect humans that much. Common sense is needed. And empathy.

[@DavoodGozli]

Thanks for watching and for your thoughtful comment. I am also not a big fan of dystopianism.

[@mervijaakola1749]

It would be cool to watch another video about the book, if you have time. But no need to stress about it😊 i am always eager to watch videos from your channel!

[@samgharib5742]

is the reading club online?

[@DavoodGozli]

Hi Sam - Yes we meet over Zoom. More info is available through my website linked in the video descriptions.