Book · 2019 · nyt:graphic-books-and-manga=2019-11-10
Open Borders
Why people recommend it
Open Borders by Bryan Caplan and Zach Weinersmith is a graphic novel that makes an economic and philosophical case for the global relaxation of immigration restrictions. Dwarkesh Patel discussed the work on the Dwarkesh Podcast, endorsing the graphic novel format by comparing the reading experience to binge-watching an engaging television series rather than slogging through a traditional book. The host also brought up the title to examine the pathway from academic economic theories to real-world policy liberalization. The podcast conversation emphasized how the unique visual medium succeeded in making complex economic arguments accessible and captivating to a broad audience. By combining rigorous research with engaging illustrations, the authors presented unorthodox ideas in a format that resonated strongly with the podcast host. The discussion highlighted the book's effectiveness in challenging conventional assumptions about national borders and economic freedom through an innovative and highly readable approach.
Who recommended it
- Dwarkesh Patel Recommended
Dwarkesh Patel — 2 mentions
“so step one we have a brilliant economist write a comprehensive book called open borders step three we have Vatican radical immigration liberalization”
“but man I can completely endorse the graphic novel format it open borders was not just an interesting read like other books but it was it was just like a binge where they read like a Netflix show is yeah awesome”
Other mentions (1: passing, ad reads, own books)
“and by the way also open borders is a great book for kids so if you're doing an emergency homeschool and you can't find anything your kids want to read and you want them to read something of substance let me throw my hat in the ring and say it when orders could be the book for you”