Franklin Foer is a celebrated author whose non-fiction works delve into the intersections of sports, technology, and globalism. His writing is characterized by insightful analysis and a remarkable ability to connect seemingly disparate subjects into compelling narratives. Foer tackles complex issues of the modern world with sharp intelligence and a distinctive perspective. Through his essays and books, he offers readers fresh insights into the forces shaping our contemporary lives.
This bestselling book, now featuring a new epilogue, delves into compelling themes and offers fresh insights that enrich the original narrative. The story captivates readers with its engaging characters and intricate plot, inviting them to explore profound ideas and experiences. The addition of the epilogue provides a thoughtful reflection on the journey, making it a must-read for both new and returning fans.
"[Tracing] the intellectual history of computer science, [the author] puts the DNA of the very idea of 'tech' under the microscope. Google, Facebook, Apple, and Amazon, he argues, are breaking laws intended protect intellectual property and privacy. This is not the path towards freedom and prosperity, but the total automation and homogenization of our social, political, and intellectual lives. Today's corporate giants want access to every facet of our identities and influence over every corner of our lives. Foer both indicts these companies, and shapes a path towards reining them in."--
The New Republic, established in 1914 by Herbert Croly and Walter Lippmann, has played a pivotal role in articulating and influencing American liberalism. It has served as a platform for significant progressive voices and ideas, showcasing the thoughts of many prominent intellectuals throughout the twentieth century. The publication's commitment to progressive values has made it a crucial player in the evolution of liberal thought in the United States.
What in the world has the power to liberate women in Iran while provoking antagonism between Catholics and Protestants in Scotland, to lure Nigerians to the cold of the Ukraine while heating up class warfare in the US heartlands, and both profit local gangsters and create local - and international - celebrities?
“An eccentric, fascinating exposé of a world most of us know nothing about.”— The New York Times Book Review "An insightful, entertaining, brainiac sports road trip."— The Wall Street Journal "Foer’s skills as a narrator are enviable. His characterizations… are comparable to those in Norman Mailer's journalism."— The Boston Globe A groundbreaking work—named one of the five most influential sports books of the decade by Sports Illustrated—How Soccer Explains the World is a unique and brilliantly illuminating look at soccer, the world’s most popular sport, as a lens through which to view the pressing issues of our age, from the clash of civilizations to the global economy.