Open

<b>Johan Norberg</b> is an author lecturer and filmmaker. He is a senior fellow at the Cato Institute in Washington DC and his books have been translated into twenty-five languages. His book <i>Progress</i> was an international bestseller and an <i>Economist</i> book of the year. Norberg regularly writes for publications such as <i>The Wall Street Journal</i> <i>Reason </i>and <i>HuffPost</i>. He spreads his time between his native Sweden and the US. <b>AN <i>ECONOMIST</i> BOOK OF THE YEAR</b><br><br>Humanity's embrace of openness is the key to our success. The freedom to explore and exchange - whether it's goods ideas or people - has led to stunning achievements in science technology and culture. As a result we live at a time of unprecedented wealth and opportunity. So why are we so intent on ruining it?<br>From Stone Age hunter-gatherers to contemporary Chinese-American relations <i>Open</i> explores how across time and cultures we have struggled with a constant tension between our yearning for co-operation and our profound need for belonging. Providing a bold new framework for understanding human history bestselling author and thinker Johan Norberg examines why we're often uncomfortable with openness - but also why it is essential for progress. Part sweeping history and part polemic this urgent book makes a compelling case for why an open world with an open economy is worth fighting for more than ever. <b>A vital exploration of openness and why we must defend it at all costs.</b> <b>Clear</b> <b>colourful </b>and <b>convincing</b> marshalling evidence from a range of eras and civilisations. [...] The author is often amusing as well as illuminating. No person or society is smart enough or wise enough or noble enough to solve the wicked problems of life by themselves. With <b>clarity</b> and <b>grace</b> Johan Norberg reminds us that openness to things and ideas from others is the only route to well-being. If we are to recover from the pandemic of 2020 the world needs openness more than ever: open minds open hearts open communications open markets. Johan Norberg's <b>superb</b> book demonstrates with hundreds of examples how openness has been the key to the success of our species over 10000 years and is the secret of prosperity and peace today. Johan Norberg has a <b>great story </b>to tell: how throughout history open societies have always closed down but never for good. The tension between closed and open between trading and tribalism drives both progress and reaction. Why are the virtues and benefits of openness always under threat? We can't live without it yet too often it seems that we can't live with it either. Norberg has <b>a powerful argument</b> to give us insight and hope that man's curiosity and imagination is unstoppable. Norberg's <b>excellent </b>book tells us that openness is more than a defensive reaction to those who want to close borders to migrants trade and new ideas... [it is] a deeply rooted trait that has played a major role in the success of individuals nations and humanity itself. Johan Norberg makes a <b>compelling</b> case that we all thrive -- in every sense -- on 'open'... This is big thinking that deserves everyone's attention. Johan Norberg reminds us that every great civilization has been destroyed by the end of openness. His <b>essential </b>book then is a <b>timely </b>reminder that the fate of our civilization rests on a defense of openness. <b>Strongly recommended</b>. A prophet of anti-pessimism. This book is a blast of good sense. Norberg has a strong case and he makes it with energy and charm. A pertinent book for grumpy times. <b>Clear</b> <b>colourful </b>and <b>convincing</b> marshalling evidence from a range of eras and civilisations. [...] The author is often amusing as well as illuminating. No person or society is smart enough or wise enough or noble enough to solve the wicked problems of life by themselves. With <b>clarity</b> and <b>grace</b> Johan Norberg reminds us that openness to things and ideas from others is the only route to well-being. If we are to recover from the pandemic of 2020 the world needs openness more than ever: open minds open hearts open communications open markets. Johan Norberg's <b>superb</b> book demonstrates with hundreds of examples how openness has been the key to the success of our species over 10000 years and is the secret of prosperity and peace today. Johan Norberg has a <b>great story </b>to tell: how throughout history open societies have always closed down but never for good. The tension between closed and open between trading and tribalism drives both progress and reaction. Why are the virtues and benefits of openness always under threat? We can't live without it yet too often it seems that we can't live with it either. Norberg has <b>a powerful argument</b> to give us insight and hope that man's curiosity and imagination is unstoppable. Norberg's <b>excellent </b>book tells us that openness is more than a defensive reaction to those who want to close borders to migrants trade and new ideas... [it is] a deeply rooted trait that has played a major role in the success of individuals nations and humanity itself. Johan Norberg makes a <b>compelling</b> case that we all thrive -- in every sense -- on 'open'... This is big thinking that deserves everyone's attention. Johan Norberg reminds us that every great civilization has been destroyed by the end of openness. His <b>essential </b>book then is a <b>timely </b>reminder that the fate of our civilization rests on a defense of openness. <b>Strongly recommended</b>. A prophet of anti-pessimism. This book is a blast of good sense. Norberg has a strong case and he makes it with energy and charm. A pertinent book for grumpy times.