https://twitter.com/Perfect_Insider/status/1359499894512209920
“In the midst of the proliferation of outlandish books, the problem of how beginners can find appropriate introductory books is a common concern. A safe way to search is to look at the syllabus and course pages of various universities in the relevant field (many of which are available online). If multiple courses recommend the same textbooks or reference books, they can be considered reliable to some extent.” “Also, to avoid pitfalls, it is advisable to avoid books that claim existing theories are wrong and present themselves as correcting them. It is also wise to avoid books that excessively criticize or condemn specific positions or individuals, as well as books with strong political ideologies. While it may result in missing out on some correct books, it is still much better than stumbling upon outlandish books.”
- ↑I feel like I’m gradually developing a sense for this area, but I want to be more conscious about it.
- Studying a new field.