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Alexander Stubb is a Finnish politician who served as the Prime Minister of Finland from 2014 to 2015. He rose to politics as a researcher specialised in the affairs of the European Union and was elected to the European Parliament in 2004 as a member of the National Coalition Party.
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Closing of the American Mind
How Higher Education Has Failed Democracy and Impoverished the Souls of Today's Students
Allan Bloom - 1988-05-15 (first published in 1987)
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This book is a critique of American culture that delves into a larger intellectual crisis. The social and political crises in America are a result of a dangerous narrowing of curiosity and exploration by university elites, according to the author. This bestselling book hits with the approximate force of electroshock therapy and has become even more urgent today. The twenty-fifth anniversary edition includes a new afterword by Andrew Ferguson, explaining why the book caused such a furor at publication, and why our culture still resists its truths.
Alexander Stubb
2022-11-03T06:28:53.000Z
Still one of the most interesting books I read at university. Recomended to those that want to open their minds. The Closing of the American Mind: How Higher Education Has Failed Democracy and Impoverished the Souls of Today's Students (Bloom, 1987)      source
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The Harvest of Sorrow
Soviet Collectivization and the Terror-Famine
Robert Conquest - 1987-11-12 (first published in 1986)
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Discover the shocking and tragic history of the Soviet Communist Party's strike against the Russian peasantry in the 20th century. The Harvest of Sorrow covers the devastating effects of dekulakization and collectivization, followed by the horrific "terror-famine" inflicted on the collectivized peasants of Ukraine and other areas. Estimated death tolls from these actions exceed 14.5 million lives. This thoroughly researched and emotionally compelling book serves as a powerful reminder of the darker side of history.
Alexander Stubb
2022-05-08T15:35:48.000Z
Read this book in 1991. Left a lasting impression. Recommended reading still today. The Harvest of Sorrow: Soviet Collectivization and the Terror-Famine : Conquest, Robert: Libri -      source
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The Code Breaker
Jennifer Doudna, Gene Editing, and the Future of the Human Race
Walter Isaacson - 2021-03-09
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This book is a thrilling account of Nobel Prize winner Jennifer Doudna and her colleagues' revolutionary invention that will allow us to cure diseases and have healthier babies. They created a tool called CRISPR that can edit DNA, opening up a world of medical miracles and moral questions. This book tells the story of Doudna's journey from a girl who loved detective novels to a leading scientist and the ethical considerations and possibilities of this groundbreaking technology.
Alexander Stubb
2021-08-17T16:33:12.000Z
Listened to Lifespan by @davidasinclair with Matthew LaPlane. Excellent book. Full of science, ethics, policy and life. Fits well with @WalterIsaacson Biography on @doudna_lab. A strong recommendation. Biotech is not only the future, it is here with us.      source
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Lifespan
Why We Age―and Why We Don't Have To
David A. Sinclair - 2019-09-10
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Discover the groundbreaking theory that aging is a disease and is treatable in this fascinating book by a leading authority on genetics and longevity. Exploring research from Harvard, the author reveals how activating vitality genes can slow down or even reverse aging. Prepare to be enlightened on this bold new approach to aging.
Alexander Stubb
2021-08-17T16:33:12.000Z
Listened to Lifespan by @davidasinclair with Matthew LaPlane. Excellent book. Full of science, ethics, policy and life. Fits well with @WalterIsaacson Biography on @doudna_lab. A strong recommendation. Biotech is not only the future, it is here with us.      source
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Leonardo da Vinci
Walter Isaacson - 2017-10-17
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Discover the life and genius of history's most creative figure in this new biography. In it, Walter Isaacson weaves a narrative that shows how Leonardo da Vinci's art and science intersected, and how his innovative studies of anatomy, fossils, birds, flying machines, and more made him a true Renaissance man. With the help of thousands of pages from Leonardo's notebooks and new discoveries about his life and work, Isaacson shows how we can learn from Leonardo's passionate curiosity, careful observation, and imaginative mind.
Alexander Stubb
2021-05-31T15:10:15.000Z
I read @WalterIsaacson’ biography on Steve Jobs a few years ago. Then I listened to his book on @doudna_lab. Simply brilliant. Thus had to listen to his book on Leonardo da Vinci. Fantastic. Now ordering his biographies on Benjamin Franklin and Albert Einstein. 🙏🙏🙏      source
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Steve Jobs
Walter Isaacson - 2011-10-24
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Explore the roller-coaster life and searingly intense personality of a creative entrepreneur whose passion for perfection and ferocious drive revolutionized six industries in this exclusive New York Times bestselling biography. Based on over forty interviews with the subject and over a hundred interviews with colleagues, friends, adversaries, and family members, this riveting story delves into the demons that drove this innovative icon to both great success and deep despair. From personal computers to digital publishing, he connected creativity with technology to create value, leaving a legacy that is both instructive and cautionary.
Alexander Stubb
2021-05-31T15:10:15.000Z
I read @WalterIsaacson’ biography on Steve Jobs a few years ago. Then I listened to his book on @doudna_lab. Simply brilliant. Thus had to listen to his book on Leonardo da Vinci. Fantastic. Now ordering his biographies on Benjamin Franklin and Albert Einstein. 🙏🙏🙏      source
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Empire of Pain
The Secret History of the Sackler Dynasty
Patrick Radden Keefe - 2021-04-13
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Explore the scandalous history of the wealthy and powerful Sackler family, known for their philanthropic contributions to prestigious institutions worldwide. Uncover the truth behind their fortune, as author Patrick Radden Keefe reveals their controversial role as the creators of OxyContin, a painkiller which played a major role in the opioid crisis. With compelling storytelling and extensive research, Empire of Pain is a must-read for those seeking a deeper understanding of this complex family dynasty.
Alexander Stubb
2021-05-16T13:40:27.000Z
Finished listening to @praddenkeefe book ”Empire of Pain”. Remarkably well researched and narrated true story about the Sackler family, big pharma, Valium, Oxycontin, art, greed, marketing, science, law, the FDA, philatropy and much more. Scary. Sad. Recommendable.      source
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Ten Lessons for a Post-Pandemic World
Fareed Zakaria - 2020-10-06
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In Ten Lessons for a Post-Pandemic World, Fareed Zakaria examines the political, social, technological, and economic impacts of COVID-19, offering readers an understanding of what may take years to unfold. With ten straightforward lessons covering topics like globalization, inequality, and technological advancement; Zakaria's words will help readers think beyond the immediate impacts of the pandemic. A timely yet enduring staple for anyone interested in past, present, and future trends.
Alexander Stubb
2021-03-22T06:04:37.000Z
Listened to @FareedZakaria’s latest book over the weekend. ”Ten Lessons for a Post-Pandemic World” is a brilliant, clear and interesting analysis of the world. Zakaria has a knack to bring the past into the present and look into the future. A warm recommendation.      source
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Privacy is Power
Why and How You Should Take Back Control of Your Data
Carissa Veliz - 2021-06-01 (first published in 2020)
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Explore the powerful and alarming world of data acquisition with this eye-opening read. They're watching you – governments and corporations alike, gathering data on you and everyone around you, every minute of every day. This gripping exposé delves into why our privacy matters, how we can reclaim it, and the dangers of inaction. Discover practical solutions for policymakers and citizens alike, as well as the importance of individual and collective action. It's time to take back control and put an end to the surveillance economy.
Alexander Stubb
2021-02-21T20:34:55.000Z
My @dagensindustri column in print tomorrow. On privacy. Inspired by @carissaveliz book #PrivacyIsPower. Will post on my homepage later. What’s the first thing you do when you wakebupbin the morning? Touch your phone? That’s when data collection for the day begins...      source
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Humankind
A Hopeful History
Rutger Bregman - 2020-06-02 (first published in 2019)
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This revolutionary book argues that the innate goodness and cooperation of human beings has been the greatest factor in our success. Author Rutger Bregman debunks the idea that humans are inherently selfish and self-interested, instead offering a new historical perspective that shows we are evolutionarily wired for cooperation. Through little-known true stories, he shows that our instinct to trust each other has a firm evolutionary basis. The ultimate goal of Humankind is to demonstrate a new social system that reorients our thinking towards positive and high expectations of our fellow man, which will reap lasting success. Bregman presents his groundbreaking ideas in a witty and frank manner, making history, social science, and economic theory accessible to all.
Alexander Stubb
2020-09-27T15:50:26.000Z
An excellent book! Warning - a difficult read for pessimists, cynics and all those who find salt in their cornflakes. @rcbregman      source
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