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e_koen's review against another edition
TLDR: pro collective action; anti systems/institutions
cemyilmaz's review against another edition
3.0
A very educating piece of work, an interesting look at the not-so-behind-the-scenes global politics/profits we see today. Although the examples are a little dated, Chomsky's arguments will be valid for quite some time.
joshuamt's review against another edition
4.0
In fairness, I shouldnt have listened to this one at 1.5x speed.
Lots of information to digest, other sources to read, and principles to consider.
I last read Chomsky probably a decade ago, and since then, Ive read books on many of the events that he discusses (mainly, the US efforts against Communism). I wish I had the background info on some of the other events and personalities that he discusses, but thats why I appreciate this type of book that doesnt just ride the tire through the same treads-- it gives me a map of what I should learn about.
Lots of information to digest, other sources to read, and principles to consider.
I last read Chomsky probably a decade ago, and since then, Ive read books on many of the events that he discusses (mainly, the US efforts against Communism). I wish I had the background info on some of the other events and personalities that he discusses, but thats why I appreciate this type of book that doesnt just ride the tire through the same treads-- it gives me a map of what I should learn about.
zygomatic's review against another edition
3.0
A lot of topics touched on but not deeply explored since this is a collection of four short works. I preferred Consequences of Capitalism and Manufacturing Consent.
dbzvin's review against another edition
5.0
An educational and inspirational read on politics, economics, world history, and the struggle that labor faces. A single page from this book is more enlightening than a lifetime of mainstream media consumption--which bares in mind the necessity of revolutionary thought. Personally, I'm not too fond of his critique of Marx, since Noam Chomsky is pro-labor it would behoove him to rely more on Marxist ideas. His declarative statements about the Soviets fall short, their pioneering Marxism in its fully realized form lived up to classical Marx and he fails to recognize this reality. Granted, it came with authoritarian aesthetics and I can understand Chomksy's reluctance to give. Even then he acknowledges their struggle and U.S. interventionist policies while castigating Lenin's vanguard party. Regardless, I respect Chomsky's accomplishments because he at least articulates his points with clarity and conviction.
half_sugar's review against another edition
3.0
A provocative read. It had me angry, depressed and more importantly passionate about the world we live in today. I feel that it was an important book for me as I had never picked up anything like it to read.
It was easy to read, which almost made the material tougher to digest emotionally. However, after reading it I am motivated to actively do something about the causes mentioned here. I thoroughly recommend everyone to read this, even though it is outdated (by 10 years or so).
It was easy to read, which almost made the material tougher to digest emotionally. However, after reading it I am motivated to actively do something about the causes mentioned here. I thoroughly recommend everyone to read this, even though it is outdated (by 10 years or so).
tsenteme's review against another edition
4.0
Shattering book! Too much information about the world and USA. Chomsky has a lot of knowledge and an unbelievable clarity of mins.