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Why, surrounded by screens and smart devices, we feel a deep connection to the analog-vinyl records, fountain pens, Kodak film, and other nondigital tools.

We're surrounded by screens; our music comes in the form of digital files; we tap words into a notes app. Why do we still crave the…


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1 author picked Analog as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

This book from MIT Press is truly refreshing and speaks directly to my soul. It powerfully addresses how far overboard society has gone with digital fever and technology.

I deeply crave real and authentic experiences and a return to genuine personal relationships. Analog perfectly captures this desire for the "real" in the face of the current digital deluge.

What makes the book so brilliant is its nuanced perspective. The author points out that the innovations of one generation often become the cherished, "real" experiences of the next. This insight adds essential complexity to our modern nostalgia.

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