Science

Blueprint

Nicholas A. Christakis · 2000

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5,660·Classic

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Why it endured

A work of fiction by Nicholas A. Christakis, published in 2000. Blueprint has become a lasting reference in its field — valued for its insight, clarity, and enduring relevance.

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Bill GatesCo-founder of Microsoft

Explains that humans have evolved to work together and be social.

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Nassim Nicholas TalebAuthor & risk analyst

Excited to get the book of @NAChristakis as I am trying to go deeper into the notion of fractal (multiscale) localism & see what's wrong w/my thesis: It isn't individuals vs societies but fractal gradations, each w/specific dynamics, (contra the selfish gene philosophastering) pic.twitter.com/gbTxHrOKpu

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Chris WilliamsonHost of Modern Wisdom podcast

Dives into twin studies research showing just how much our genetics shape our destinies—everything from relationship stability to personality traits to whether we're naturally early risers. All our traits have a huge heritable element to them which makes for a fascinating consideration in a meritocratic society where you are what you achieve. Profound and insightful.

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