Connections
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Connections
James Burke
4 people recommended it in 4 threads, 2008–2026.
What people on Hacker News said
James Burke's books Connections and The Day the Universe Changed, and their accompanying television series, were a profound introduction to the history of technology, science, ideas, and philosophy. Though 30+ years old, they remain highly current and relevant.
When I was a kid, the documentary series Connections. It was the first time I'd ever seen someone follow vectors through history instead of recounting it one period at a time, like most books and classes do.
Where it comes up
- Ask HN: Favourite science history book of the 20th century? 2026 · 1 recommendation
- Ask HN: What good books have you read lately? 2016 · 1 recommendation
- Ask HN: What book have you given as a gift? 2016 · 1 recommendation
- Articles, Ideas, Books and/or Concepts that have changed your life 2008 · 1 recommendation