michael has written numerous books including the internet of us, and jill lepore all you saw year with her groundbreaking history book has called in the philosopher of truth. now, what's this review? first, you should all pretty much have a copy of the book, okay? it comes with the purchase of your ticket. you should also have a drink. so that's good, too. so michael will replace me here to talk about the book for a bit before sitting down and chatting with the deputy editor of yankee magazine. they will talk for a bit -- i just waved to ian. i didn't have a stroke or something. just thought i would clarify that. and then we're going to turn to you for questions and answers. our event concludes in about an hour and you going to exit the way you came in. michael, ian and i will go out the big blue door and we will meet you in the lobby when michael will personalize your book if you would like. the line conveniently forms along the bar. yes, in case you're wondering, michael lynch is my brother. before we get started, , a few words of sex. first, thank you for being here. it is great, yo