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Neal Stephenson's Anathem Draws Fresh Reader Attention
Original: Anathem by Neal Stephenson The world depends on the cunning of unworldly, cosseted, relentlessly philosophizing scholars
Neal Stephenson's 2008 novel Anathem is being discussed again in book circles, with a new review highlighting its premise that the world's fate rests on secluded, philosophy-obsessed scholars. Readers are revisiting the story of monastic intellectuals whose abstract thinking proves decisive for civilization.
Why now: A newly published review of Anathem has prompted renewed discussion of the novel among readers.
Evidence
- Anathem by Neal Stephenson The world depends on the cunning of unworldly, cosseted, relentlessly philosophizing scholars! https:// jamesdavisnicoll.com/review/do nt-stop-believing # bookstodon · jdnicoll@wandering.shop · 5
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