Noticing: An Essential Reader (1973-2023)

By: Steve Sailer

Published: 2024

458 Pages

Briefly, what is this book about?

A collection of essays from Steve Sailer covering immigration, culture war stuff, and human biodiversity.

What's the author's angle?

For some, Sailer is a horrible right-wing racist. For others he's a data-driven contrarian. I mostly fall in the latter camp. Also whatever you think of his opinions, his tone is exceptionally mild. He's not a fire-breather.

Who should read this book?

If you've been following Sailer forever there's nothing especially new here. Even if you haven't previously read all of the included essays (and I believe I was at probably 90%), he's covering territory which is very well-trod by him in general. On the other hand if you're only vaguely familiar with Sailer—perhaps you've come across his name once or twice, then this is a great summation of his opinions and writings.

Specific thoughts: How important is tone?