abbybutinspace reviewed Culture - the Story of Us by Martin Puchner
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2 stars
This book deftly explained some really interesting history from around the world. However, it’s thesis statement was disappointing and half-formed. It’s irresponsible to advocate for sharing culture without discussing how harmful it can be, or without giving due time to the oppression appropriation can uphold.
I enjoyed the epilogue more than I expected to. However, I would be much more interested in this book’s thesis if it had instead focused on opposition to censorship as a means of preserving culture.