Noam Chomsky

Noam Chomsky

Avram Noam Chomsky (born December 7, 1928) is an American linguist, philosopher, cognitive scientist, political activist, and author, widely regarded as one of the most influential intellectuals of the 20th century. Born in Philadelphia to Jewish immigrant parents, Chomsky demonstrated an early interest in language and politics. He studied at the University of Pennsylvania, where he earned both his bachelor’s and doctoral degrees in linguistics.

Chomsky is best known for revolutionizing the field of linguistics with his development of the theory of generative grammar, which posits that the ability to generate language is a unique human cognitive capacity. His landmark works, including Syntactic Structures (1957) and Aspects of the Theory of Syntax (1965), laid the foundation for modern linguistic theory and significantly influenced cognitive psychology.

In addition to his contributions to linguistics, Chomsky is a prominent political activist and critic of U.S. foreign policy and corporate power. He gained notoriety during the Vietnam War for his outspoken opposition and has since published numerous books on politics and media criticism, including Manufacturing Consent (1988), co-authored with Edward S. Herman.

Chomsky’s work spans a wide range of topics, making him a key figure in both linguistics and political discourse. He continues to lecture and write extensively, advocating for social justice and intellectual freedom.

  • Linguistics, Politics
  • 1928
  • Male
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    How the World Works

    What if the systems controlling your life were designed to keep you powerless—and you didn’t even know it? In How the World Works, Noam Chomsky dismantles the invisible machinery of corporate fascism and geopolitical manipulation, exposing how profit-driven empires shape wars, economies, and even your thoughts. But when you realize your compliance fuels the chaos, one question remains: Will you keep feeding the beast—or dare to dismantle it?

    • Originally Published: 2010
    • Publisher: Hamish Hamilton, 2022
    • Genre: Non-fiction
    • Pages: 336
    • Book Type: Hardcopy
    • ISBN: 9780241145388
    • Access: Members