If you haven't read anything by old Noam, I truly wonder why? Noam Chomsky is a highly influential figure in various fields. His works offer profound insights and thought-provoking ideas. Whether it's in linguistics, politics, or social theory, Chomsky's writing challenges the status quo and encourages readers to think critically. His books are not only intellectually stimulating but also have the power to change the way we view the world. So, if you haven't delved into his writings yet, it's time to give them a try. You might be surprised at what you discover.

If you have read more than one of his books, you understand the depth and breadth of his knowledge. Each book builds on the previous one, presenting a comprehensive and coherent perspective. Chomsky's writing style is engaging and accessible, making his ideas understandable to a wide range of readers. By reading his books, you gain a better understanding of the complex issues that shape our society and the world we live in. You also learn to question the assumptions and beliefs that we often take for granted. So, if you have already read some of his works, keep going. There's always more to discover and learn from Noam Chomsky.

I chose it because I liked the topic and Javi Carbonell had spoken highly of Chomsky to me.

After reading it, I would say that it would have been more entertaining to have a lobotomy. It is boring, long (extremely long), pretentious and full of absurd analogies. (I don't understand Chomsky's fixation on physics, but I'm not convinced that quantum physics is what he believes it to be, let alone a good example to explain language).

Of course, there are interesting ideas in the book, and I admit that I have made an unkind reading, but in general, it's a dud.

Bought with Berna and Calla in The Last Bookstore.

This is not a genuine book by Noam Chomsky. In fact, I don't regard it as a book that is solely focused on the properties of language at all.

I discovered this to be a highly politically subversive work. It endeavors to discredit and slander the government of the United States with various forms of political repression, ranging from media corruption to outright assassinations, as seen in the case of the leaders of the Black Panthers in the late 1960s.

Perhaps it is a bit outdated, and maybe these issues still persist. However, I consider this book, with its cover displaying a multitude of books piled up and facing you - the 21st-century equivalent of a plain brown wrapper - to be a diatribe masquerading as a volume of linguistic theory.

The book is essentially divided into three sections. It begins with political revelations, followed by a section where Chomsky retrospectively deliberates in his best Bob Dylan at Budokan ("and-then-I-wrote") review of his literary history. Finally, there is a third section where Chomsky critiques his critics' views of his body of work.

I don't think this information is as captivating as the political aspects of the book. At times, I even found myself questioning its value. It seems to be unrelated to Chomsky's language writings and is mostly intended for secondary readerships, to say the least. Some of it is equivalent to nightly news or Entertainment Tonight B-Roll.

I would say that if you are not afraid to have your political blinders removed, then get this book. But if you are seeking straightforward language theory, as I was when I purchased this book, you should look elsewhere.

Chomsky contends that the mainstream media in the United States, encompassing radio, news broadcasting, talk-shows, and so on, functions as a gatekeeper regarding the dissemination of political thought to the public. By refusing guest appearances to those whose political stances deviate from the canonical positions of Republican and Democrat, the American media can present an outward semblance of free and open discussion while, in reality, suppressing the range of political argumentation.

As Chomsky further elaborates, this form of repression yields end-results similar to those in dictatorial states, albeit through a different mechanism. While dictatorships often dissuade citizens from advocating controversial political platforms through physical repression such as death threats and actual murder, the United States can dissuade citizens from exercising free speech through other, equally effective means. For instance, if one holds socialist views in the US, they will either be 1. prohibited from accessing any large-audience platform or 2. invited and then actively portrayed as a buffoon or a crazy ideologue.

Chomsky is a brilliant and monotonic speaker, much like a savant robot, and this trait is directly reflected in his writing. If one is more interested in the academically pure groundwork he laid in cognitive linguistics, it is advisable to read his other books. However, if one wishes to understand how his work in linguistics translates into US political discourse, this particular work is a must-read.

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The political aspect of this work is truly brilliant. It offers profound insights and perspectives that are both engaging and thought-provoking.

However, when it comes to the linguistics material, it presents a challenge. A significant portion of it demands prior knowledge in the field of linguistics.

At times, reading through this part can be quite tough. I found myself glossing over a lot of the details as they were beyond my current level of understanding.

It has become evident to me that I need to do more fundamental reading in linguistics. This will help me build a stronger foundation and better equip me to fully grasp the concepts presented in this work.

Once I have done that, I plan to revisit this piece and explore the linguistics material with a more informed and enlightened mind.

In the rationalist tradition of Plato, Leibniz, Descartes, Hume, and Kant, Chomsky is engaged in constructing a theory of language.

He is vigorously defending it against the empiricists and behaviorists. Chomsky is highly critical of and rejects the modern approach to language that views it as something completely exterior.

He argues against seeing language primarily as a tool for communication, an evolutionary benefit, a transparent or logical system, and similar conceptions. Instead, Chomsky leans towards the innate, rather purposeless, partially unknown and mysterious, infinitely flexible aspects of language.

The implications of his linguistics theory are far-reaching and diverse. They touch on the nature of language itself, human nature and education, the limits of knowledge and "mysteries", the nature of sciences, the ideological assumptions and implications of different theories of language, ethics, and the type of legitimate government, among other things.

For someone not well-versed in the linguistic field, this book can become quite technical, especially as Chomsky devotes a significant amount of time to refuting his critics.

I dare anyone who is not related to the linguistics department at MIT to finish reading this book. It is extremely difficult. I had to have an internal struggle with myself and just give up after reading a quarter of it...

Anyway, he is still an absolute genius. He is still a genius, or still... he is a fucking genius. This book may be too challenging for those without a deep understanding of linguistics. However, it also showcases the remarkable intellect of the author. Despite my inability to fully comprehend it, I can still recognize the genius behind it.

Perhaps with more study and research, I will be able to appreciate the full depth and complexity of this work. For now, I will simply admire the author's genius from a distance.

I went through a Chomsky phase during my undergraduate years.

While I firmly believe that his sociopolitical views are correct, I have rejected his work in linguistics that claims animals lack the capacity for language.

I have always wanted to believe that animals are able to communicate complex messages to one another through various means such as sound and movement.

I am also convinced that some animals possess a theory of mind.

The idea that if it were declared that animals do not have such markers of intelligence, consciousness, and relatability, it would have significant implications for animal rights, which made me feel rather uncomfortable.

Fortunately, in recent years, a large body of research has made it indisputable that many types of animals indeed have and use language.

This new understanding has opened up a whole new world of possibilities for our understanding of animals and their place in the natural world.

It also challenges us to reevaluate our treatment of animals and to ensure that their rights are respected and protected.

As we continue to learn more about the fascinating world of animal language, we are sure to gain even deeper insights into the complex and wonderful lives of these amazing creatures.

This is the third book I've read by Chomsky.

I firmly believe that it offers a rather comprehensive perspective on Chomsky's thoughts regarding politics, morality, and language.

The criticism of people's diverse attitudes towards social sciences and natural sciences is incisive.

The analysis of the intelligentsia's complicity in ideological oppression is profound (albeit a bit disconcerting).

Moreover, the clarification of Chomsky's stance on language is highly enlightening.

The last article, "Problems and Mysteries in the Study of Human Language," mainly aims to clarify and refute people's misunderstandings of Chomsky's point of view.

This makes me realize (once again) just how arduous it is to express one's opinion clearly.

Chomsky's works always make me think deeply and gain new insights into various aspects of society and language.

I look forward to reading more of his works in the future and further exploring his profound thoughts.

So boring.

Oh my word. This feeling of boredom seems to have crept up on me out of nowhere. It's like a heavy cloud hanging over my head, making everything seem dull and uninteresting.

I find myself sitting here, looking around the room, with nothing to do and nowhere to go. The minutes tick by slowly, and I can't help but sigh.

I try to think of something to do to pass the time, but my mind draws a blank. Maybe I should read a book, but even that doesn't sound very appealing at the moment.

Oh well, I guess I'll just have to wait for this feeling of boredom to pass. Hopefully, something exciting will come along soon and break this monotony.

Until then, I'll just have to endure this state of boredom and try to make the best of it.

I didn't want to give a star rating as I didn't complete it because of the format.

I was listening to it, and while the first couple of chapters were easy to follow without the text, it then became much more technical and academic.

The information presented simply doesn't suit the format of an audiobook.

So, I plan to revisit it later.

I did, however, enjoy what I read, especially the first chapter on the intersection of language and sociology.

This chapter was particularly interesting as it delved into the complex relationship between these two fields.

It made me think about how language is not only a means of communication but also a reflection of society and its values.

The author's analysis was both thought-provoking and engaging, and I look forward to reading more when I have the opportunity to do so in a more suitable format.