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The Saad Truth with Dr. Saad

Tales of a Tsundoku Bibliophile - My Six Latest Book Purchases (The Saad Truth with Dr. Saad_697)

Jul 19, 2024
Authors like Steven Pinker and David Robson discuss their latest books on reason, science, and smart decision-making in a lively podcast chat with Dr. Saad. The guests share insights on the significance of their works, from Western Masochism to the impact of Darwin on modern science.
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Quick takeaways

  • Son-doku is akin to an anti-library, symbolizing unread books and untapped knowledge potential.
  • Collecting books at low prices fosters intellectual growth and enhances knowledge enrichment.

Deep dives

The Concept of 'Son-Doku' and Anti-Library

Son-doku refers to acquiring books but not reading them, letting them pile up at home. This term, originating from Japanese slang, is similar to the concept of an anti-library, coined by Nassim Talib. An anti-library consists of unread books that represent potential knowledge and intellectual curiosity.

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