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Doctorow's Introduction to Graeber
- Cory Doctorow first encountered David Graeber's work through Joe Walton's review and Charlie Stross's blog post.
- Doctorow became friends with Graeber, collaborating on projects like the launch of "Bullshit Jobs".
Bureaucracy and Modern Life
- Graeber's "Utopia of Rules" critiques the excessive paperwork in modern life.
- He argues that this bureaucracy, coupled with weak antitrust laws, creates a consumerist experience similar to what was criticized in Soviet systems.
Challenging Historical Narratives
- Graeber challenges conventional historical narratives by highlighting their reliance on speculation.
- He emphasizes the value of lived experience and diverse perspectives, as demonstrated in his work on the Enlightenment's origins.