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Pulling back the curtain on an often mysterious and misunderstood genre, the series gives glimpses into why fans around the world continue to be captivated by K-pop’s fandom, high-octane performances and stimulating cross-cultural experiences.

Yet lovers of philosophy and human behavior who are at the very least math-curious will be captivated by the author’s investigations of game theory, the social contract, the classic prisoner’s dilemma and, of course, the looming question of whether computers are truly intelligent, even potentially conscious.

The premiere of CBS’ “Big Brother” last week was a celebration of the 25th anniversary of the reality competition series, whose millions of fans continue to be captivated by watching contestants isolated inside a custom-made house for the summer compete for a lucrative prize.

In this epoch of children’s pop entertainment, where action figures still monopolize the landscape, it’s reassuring to know that kids can still be captivated by the simple spectacle of two goofy guys dropping things, walking into walls, making yet Another Fine Mess.

It is hard not to be captivated by his presence throughout this hugely satisfying book, from its explosive opening to its bittersweet end.