Sebastian Gebski's Reviews > Enlightenment now: The Case for Reason, Science, Humanism and Progress
Enlightenment now: The Case for Reason, Science, Humanism and Progress
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To some degree, it covers the same path as famous (& very recent) "Homo Deus".
It's even more optimistic (sometimes even naive) & in fact, it seems a bit broader (the final part) - it's stronger in political, sociological & religious aspects than e.g. biological or technological ones.
Why did I say that it's naive? It tends to ignore the theory of black swans - disrupting, low probability events that can completely change the course of actions. Additionally, it forgets several major civilizational problems (maybe except deeply covered global warning) that may have a significant impact on future societies.
What I really liked was the reference to the era of Enlightenment - I've found it really sound & in place. In general, it's a decent book that covers many important topics - my negative remarks do not really invalidate its value, but don't take its content as granted. Think for yourself.
4.5 stars, gladly rounded up to 5.
It's even more optimistic (sometimes even naive) & in fact, it seems a bit broader (the final part) - it's stronger in political, sociological & religious aspects than e.g. biological or technological ones.
Why did I say that it's naive? It tends to ignore the theory of black swans - disrupting, low probability events that can completely change the course of actions. Additionally, it forgets several major civilizational problems (maybe except deeply covered global warning) that may have a significant impact on future societies.
What I really liked was the reference to the era of Enlightenment - I've found it really sound & in place. In general, it's a decent book that covers many important topics - my negative remarks do not really invalidate its value, but don't take its content as granted. Think for yourself.
4.5 stars, gladly rounded up to 5.
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