I remember the feeling of awe when I read it for the first time. My excitement was palpable. Hofstadter has said that it's an often mis-described book, that t

I remember the feeling of awe when I read it for the first time. My excitement was palpable. Hofstadter has said that it's an often mis-described book, that to sum it up it is about how complexity and even self-awareness can naturally spring from simplicity. If you are smart in an analytical way and haven't read this book, read it.