54 pages 1 hour read

Johann Hari

Stolen Focus: Why You Can't Pay Attention--And How to Think Deeply Again

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2022

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Review Roundup

Johann Hari’s Stolen Focus explores the decline in our ability to concentrate, blending personal anecdotes with research. Reviewers commend its engaging narrative and timely subject, but some criticize its anecdotal evidence and lack of novel solutions. Readers seeking an in-depth analysis of attention issues may find it valuable, though not groundbreaking.

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Who Should Read Stolen Focus?

Stolen Focus by Johann Hari appeals to readers interested in understanding the decline in personal and societal attention spans. Fans of Nicholas Carr’s The Shallows or Cal Newport’s Deep Work will find the exploration of technology's impact on focus and productivity compelling and informative.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Topics
Psychology
Health / Medicine
Science / Nature
Genre
Self Help
Themes
Values/Ideas: Science & Technology
Values/Ideas: Literature
Society: Education