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The Importance of Books in Today's Society
In a world where we no longer gather around campfires to discuss our values and beliefs, books serve as a vital tool for collective conversation and the preservation of our identities. They are sacred objects that our society needs to survive.
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Journalist and author Sebastian Junger discusses the vital role of books in a complex society where we’ve lost the easy answers to ancient questions of identity and values, and explains why he views books as sacred objects that are necessary for humanity to survive.
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Summary
Journalist and author Sebastian Junger discusses the vital role of books in a complex society where we’ve lost the easy answers to ancient questions of identity and values, and explains why he views books as sacred objects that are necessary for humanity to survive.