A curated journey through the literary landmarks of 2025
In short: What defines a year of reading? This video explores eight distinct works that shaped Jared Henderson's perspective in 2025, ranging from classic philosophy to modern fiction.
The selection spans diverse genres and eras, including the philosophical depth of Frederick Beiser’s work on Hegel and Neil Postman’s analysis of technology in Technopoly. It balances heavy intellectual theory with narrative mastery, featuring John Le Carré's The Honourable Schoolboy and Kazuo Ishiguro's Remains of the Day.
The list also highlights experimental and existential literature, such as Osamu Dazai's No Longer Human and Jorge Luis Borges' Ficciones. By examining these specific titles, the video provides a roadmap for readers seeking to balance complex calculation with profound human affirmation.
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