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This book delves into the intertwined histories of sex and the internet, examining how each has shaped the other. It covers topics from early bulletin boards to modern technologies like deepfakes, highlighting the internet's role in both reflecting and transforming human sexuality. The book also discusses the societal and cultural implications of this interplay.

Frederick Winslow Taylor's "The Principles of Scientific Management" (1911) legde de basis voor het wetenschappelijk management, een benadering die de efficiëntie en productiviteit in fabrieken wilde verhogen door middel van systematische analyse en optimalisatie van werkprocessen. Taylor's principes omvatten tijd- en bewegingsstudies, standaardisatie van taken en de scheiding van planning en uitvoering. Zijn werk had een grote invloed op de industriële organisatie en de ontwikkeling van de managementtheorie. Kritiek op Taylor's benadering richt zich vaak op de dehumaniserende aspecten en de neiging tot overmatige controle en bureaucratie. De impact van Taylor's ideeën op de arbeidsverhoudingen en de organisatie van werk blijft tot op de dag van vandaag onderwerp van discussie.

Moby-Dick is a novel that tells the story of Captain Ahab's maniacal quest for revenge against Moby Dick, the giant white sperm whale that bit off his leg. Narrated by Ishmael, the story follows the crew of the whaling ship Pequod as they embark on a journey that explores themes of obsession, man vs. nature, and the existential questions of good and evil. The novel is rich in detailed descriptions of whale hunting and life aboard a culturally diverse crew, and it has become a cornerstone of American and world literature[2][3][5].

In 'The 4-Hour Workweek', Timothy Ferriss presents a step-by-step guide to 'lifestyle design', encouraging readers to question the traditional notion of retirement and instead create a lifestyle that prioritizes freedom, adventure, and personal growth. The book teaches how to outsource life tasks, automate income, and eliminate unnecessary work using principles like the 80/20 rule and Parkinson’s Law. Ferriss shares his personal journey from a corporate workaholic to a location-independent entrepreneur and provides practical tips and case studies to help readers achieve similar results. The book emphasizes the importance of focusing on high-value activities, taking 'mini-retirements', and living life to the fullest in the present rather than deferring enjoyment until retirement.

Dark Wire recounts the story of Anom, a secure communications app secretly run by the FBI, which allowed law enforcement to monitor tens of thousands of criminals worldwide, including members of drug cartels, the mafia, and other organized crime groups. The book reveals the intricate details of this global sting operation, highlighting the technological and ethical complexities involved. It follows the agents and criminals as they navigate this high-stakes game, ultimately leading to a massive international crackdown on criminal activities.