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DISCONNECTED ✸ Hardcover Empirical Edition

$29.99

(286 customer reviews)

Why are we more connected than ever—yet more disconnected from ourselves?

In Disconnected, public intellectual Melvin Poh explores how happiness, connection, and understanding are quietly eroding in the digital age—and how philosophy offers a way back.

With philosophical clarity and intellectual depth, this book invites readers to reclaim meaning in a world that has forgotten depth.

This hardcover limited edition includes:

  • Personally signed by Melvin Poh
  • Handwritten note from the author
  • Premium textured hardcover binding
  • 320 pages of thick, archival-grade paper
  • Custom typeset for immersive, slow reading
  • Illustrated art on important thematic sections

Only 100 copies available.

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Description

In a world of infinite information and constant interaction, something essential is slipping away.
We scroll, post, reply… and yet we find ourselves more fragmented, overstimulated, and quietly unfulfilled.

Disconnected is a book about that erosion—of happiness, connection and understanding—and what it takes to reclaim meaning in the age of distraction.

Written over three years, philosopher and public intellectual Melvin Poh offers a serious inquiry into what it means to live, think, and feel in a hyperconnected world.

Drawing from ancient philosophy and deep intellectual insights, he explores how we’ve lost connection with ourselves—and how philosophy can offer us a way back.

From the illusion of progress to the performance of happiness, from digital fatigue to the quiet crisis of identity, Disconnected does not offer solutions—it offers something rarer: clarity and a call to rediscover the depth we’ve traded for convenience.

This is not a self-help book.

It is a philosophical map back to meaning, purpose, and presence—written to be reflected on, not rushed through.

The Empirical Edition

The Empirical Edition is a statement of that intention.

It is hardbound in a premium textured cover, printed on thick archival-grade paper, and typeset for immersive, slow reading.
Each copy includes illustrated thematic artwork, a personally signed title page, and a handwritten reflection from the author.

This edition was made not just to be read—but to be kept.
To live on your shelf. To return to over time.
A book that feels like what it’s about: serious, enduring, and quietly defiant.

Be part of the philosophical revolution that’s reshaping how we think, live, and see the world.

286 reviews for DISCONNECTED ✸ Hardcover Empirical Edition

  1. Jang Jang –

    Just received it in Singapore! Absolutely stunning presentation!

  2. Marcus Ong –

    Gifted one to my brother. Hopefully he will love it.

  3. Adrian Lim –

    I hope this will be something special.

  4. Aya Mika –

    Counting down the hours to read this. So excited! Can’t wait to receive it.

  5. Nico Lee –

    First read-through has been beautiful. Loving it.

  6. Min Lim –

    Very nice book. Feels quite quality. Just started chapter 2. Nice!

  7. Wei Miyazaki –

    Melvin, congratulations. The physical book feels as good as it reads.

  8. Hikaru Lim –

    I love it. Thanks Mel!

  9. Kelvin Wong –

    Arrived this morning, and it already started to read some pages. Wow! Love how you wrote it like a story.

  10. Yuki Teo –

    The hardcover feels premium. Like holding something truly valuable.

  11. Nica –

    Beautiful book! I love how it looks Melvin.

  12. Elio Yip –

    I think this is the first book I bought in 2 years hahaha. Supporting you Melvin.

  13. Hafiz Zain –

    It’s in the mail and I can’t wait. My expectations are sky high. Hope no disappointment but no pressure!

  14. Mika Wei –

    Been following him for awhile. Cant believe he finally wrote a book.

  15. Mie Yee –

    Hey Melvin. Thank you for doing this. For writing I mean. I really feel your words.

  16. Ming Liang –

    This is a book I’ll be proud to display.

  17. Doug Chan –

    A book by Melvin Poh? TAKE MY CARD.

  18. Zhen How Tan –

    Waited for awhjile but finally received the book. Can’t wait to dive in.

  19. Bernie Liu –

    I really feel that the way you wrote about your teenage experience is how I feel as well.

  20. Hoe Hoe –

    Melvin did a good job in creating this book. The physical book feels nice.

  21. Mohd Firdaus –

    I am planning to make a book video on your book. Check my channel soon! BookReads

  22. Anta –

    I decided to pick up this book after watching your videos.

  23. Micha Hui –

    Great concept! Great ideas too.

  24. Leon Choo –

    Worth every dollar for the hardcover experience.

  25. Christopher Lee –

    All books have a problem where they don’t really push you in the right direction. This don’t.

  26. Lim Zee Wei –

    Reading it slowly. let you know soon.

  27. Ranjit Kishnu –

    Excited to begin reading it because I just received it today =)

  28. Bobby –

    Very nice.

  29. Aloysius –

    Aesthetic, smart, and meaningful.

  30. Teresa Ho –

    I’m only two chapters in and already hooked.

  31. Alicia Cheng –

    The texture of the cover, the weight, it’s all perfect.

  32. Tan Bee Hong –

    What an incredible journey it has been, I been reaeding it for 2 weeks now and I feel like I overlook so muych in my life. Thank you melvin.

  33. Ellen Vong –

    Its one of those books that you read a bit every day.

  34. Moka Ting –

    I hope you know your work has made a difference in my life.

  35. Henry Low –

    Feels premium!

  36. Erica Lim –

    Hi Melvin! I am one of your fans.

  37. Yoshika –

    The book is hardcover with a really nice weight.

  38. Michelle Leong –

    Congratulations on your first book Melvin. I loved the note you left in it.

  39. Lucas Ng –

    Hi Melvin. The hardcover feels solid and premium. Very pleased!

  40. Dani Topan –

    Love the cover by the way!

  41. Johnathan Yip –

    I plan to finish this book this month.

  42. Nigel Ng –

    Gifted it to my husband and he loves it.

  43. Jia Yi –

    Started reading this last week. Seriously very nice. I love how you broke down some deep concepts in a personal way.

  44. Mia Lim –

    A very very very nice looking book with some profound words from Melvin himself.

  45. Jet Tan –

    Already feel like it’s going to change the way I see things.

  46. Albert Lau –

    Do you think you will write a sequel? I just received it by the way. Like it.

  47. Chia Yi –

    Melvin does his usual way of telliung philosophy but in a very personal way.

  48. KC Teoh –

    Book arrived in perfect condition!!! Looks elegant and thoughtful!!!

  49. Daniel Tan –

    Lets go Melvin!!!!

  50. Arnesto –

    Just started and I can already tell it’ll be a favourite.

  51. Angus Liu –

    Started reading it last night. Can’t put it down.

  52. James Campbell –

    I want to say that your voice speaks to me.

  53. Lucas –

    I like the illustrations!

  54. Tim Ho –

    Love this book! Already recommend to my friend.

  55. Wesley Chu –

    Thanks for writing this one Melvin.

  56. Kevin Cong –

    The hardcover is a joy to hold—solid, smooth, and beautifully designed.

  57. Kaoru Ng –

    It has that ‘slow down and think’ energy to it.

  58. Emily Boey –

    I wasn’t expecting to get emotional, but here we are.

  59. Kelvin Khoo –

    Even the smell of the pages is great.

  60. Ravi Phua –

    Looks minimal outside, says a lot inside.

  61. Lydia Pang –

    So glad I got the hardcover instead of Kindle.

  62. Siang –

    I’m already buying another copy as a gift.

  63. Michelle Hasan –

    Looks even better in person than in the photos.

  64. Hakim Shahril –

    Makes a great gift, especially in hardcover.

  65. Vera Nazri –

    Carrying this book makes me feel a bit smarter.

  66. Xue Ting Nazri –

    I’ve started underlining passages already.

  67. Isabelle Mokhtar –

    Subtle design but powerful presence.

  68. Olivia Azmi –

    Read it by the window with coffee—perfect match.

  69. Xue Ting Mak –

    Somehow it feels like a private conversation.

  70. Bryan –

    It’s one of those books that feels important just holding it.

  71. Ren Sato –

    Even before reading, it looked like something special.

  72. Liyana Hew –

    Arrived safely wrapped. Kudos to the packaging too.

  73. Tanisha Ahmad –

    It’s solid and elegant. Stands out from the rest on my shelf.

  74. Yasmin Seng –

    I like that it doesn’t scream design, but whispers it.

  75. Umar Mokhtar –

    Reading it on weekends has become a ritual.

  76. Lo mai –

    Gorgeous presentation. Looks fantastic on my shelf.

  77. Nozomi –

    The book made the reading experience felt premium. Very impressed.

  78. Emily Khoo –

    I like it.

  79. Vanessa Rashid –

    The moment I opened it, I knew it was something different.

  80. Teng Wei Pang –

    Holding it makes me want to read more.

  81. Emily Mah –

    This one made me pause after every chapter.

  82. Daniel Kamal –

    I didn’t expect to connect this quickly.

  83. Mira Yeo –

    Received it last week and already halfway through. Amazing read so far.

  84. Yuna Lee –

    The pages are thick and luxurious. Pleasure to read.

  85. Haruki To –

    Started reading it in the cafe, and people kept asking about it.

  86. Faisal Hasan –

    It’s the kind of book you don’t rush.

  87. Reina Hew –

    I love the feel of the matte cover.

  88. Cassandra Liew –

    Content aside, the physical book is beautifully made.

  89. Hui Ying Ahmad –

    Just a few pages in and already reflecting.

  90. Daniel Chong –

    Soft texture, strong message.

  91. Kaz –

    Halfway through and hooked. Book feels like a collectible.

  92. Hakim Low –

    Started reading last night. Feels like something I want to savour.

  93. Vera Chai –

    Beautifully bound. Definitely not your average print.

  94. Aaron Mak –

    High-quality binding and lovely matte finish. Worth the price.

  95. Adrian Yeo –

    Physical quality matches the philosophical depth inside.

  96. Brenda Liew –

    Some books look good but read poorly—this does both well.

  97. Liling Toh –

    I’ve read three chapters so far and can already tell this is special.

  98. Celeste Tan –

    Delivery was fast and the book was well-protected.

  99. Aiden Chuah –

    Just finished chapter 7 and it deeply resonated with me.

  100. Xinyi Tsang –

    Haven’t finished it yet but already loving the tone.

  101. Ashraf Koh –

    It’s the kind of book you keep on your desk, not your shelf.

  102. Xinyi Rafiq –

    Packaging was so neat I didn’t want to open it.

  103. Bernice Kamal –

    Even flipping through feels meditative.

  104. Natalie Lau –

    No frills. Just quality through and through.

  105. Teng Wei Nazri –

    Feels personal. Like it was made just for me.

  106. Zhi Hao –

    I love gifting books and this hardcover edition is now my go-to. Thx Melvin

  107. Ken Chew –

    It’s a physical reminder to unplug and reflect.

  108. Valerie Saiful –

    Printed with care, written with intent.

  109. Ming Ng –

    This is the kind of book you keep for life.

  110. Celeste Chew –

    Reading it by the window with coffee feels poetic.

  111. Benji –

    LIke most of his videos. A hardcover that speaks to the soul.

  112. Ethan Lim –

    The kind of book you can re-read without getting tired.

  113. Xiang Sim –

    Hardcover feels luxurious but not pretentious.

  114. Aqil Mah –

    Exactly the kind of hardcover I’ve been looking for.

  115. Ummi Toh –

    Quietly impactful. The format helps it shine.

  116. Kaon –

    Didn’t expect the hardcover to be this well-made. It exceeded expectations.

  117. Emily Chew –

    Started underlining passages from the first few pages.

  118. Xue Ting Bahari –

    Lays flat easily, which makes reading much more enjoyable.

  119. Emily Ahmad –

    Just finished chapter two. Already thinking differently.

  120. Ummi Soh –

    My cousin picked it up and couldn’t put it down.

  121. Deepa Ang –

    Smartly built and thoughtfully written.

  122. Zachary Mokhtar –

    Pages are thick and smooth, easy to read under warm light.

  123. Chee Keong Rahman –

    I’ve read four chapters already. Loving the experience.

  124. Samuel Boey –

    It has that ‘slow down and breathe’ quality.

  125. Lydia Nor –

    I keep it by my bed. It helps me think.

  126. Nadia Chee –

    The hardcover format adds emotional weight.

  127. Faisal Seng –

    Bought it for aesthetics, stayed for the depth.

  128. Kara Chew –

    Started reading immediately. Pages turn smoothly and the print is sharp.

  129. Yee Lin Chong –

    Great condition upon arrival, and the words inside are even better.

  130. Bryan Abe –

    The weight and texture of the book add to the reading experience.

  131. Reina Chee –

    Feels like a piece of art. And the words match it.

  132. Vera Azmi –

    Already recommended to two colleagues.

  133. Ismail Lee –

    It calmed me. Both the design and the writing.

  134. Sylvia Rafiq –

    Didn’t expect the quality to be this premium.

  135. Siang Chong –

    The content inside feels even more timeless in this hardcover form.

  136. Melvin Soh –

    Heavy enough to feel substantial, light enough to carry daily.

  137. Qi Hao Chai –

    I read the first few pages and had to pause to think.

  138. Ulysses Sim –

    The structure of the book supports the message well.

  139. Farah Hoon –

    Every detail feels intentional—from cover texture to font choice.

  140. Samuel Hoon –

    The font is well-sized and easy on the eyes.

  141. Olivia Chua –

    You can tell care was put into this edition.

  142. Pei Wen Chong –

    This is how books should feel.

  143. Leon Lau –

    Would buy again in a heartbeat.

  144. Hongbak –

    Received compliments from friends just by carrying it around.

  145. Wei Chang –

    Aesthetically pleasing and emotionally rich.

  146. Putra Wan –

    Delivery was quick and the book feels amazing in the hands.

  147. Tanisha Azmi –

    I was skeptical about paying more, but it’s worth every cent.

  148. Denise Lee –

    A true writer

  149. Liyana Lim –

    Perfect for deep realisations.

  150. Faisal Teo –

    Elegantly wwritten.

  151. Oscar Toh –

    Good job. Love it.

  152. Hannah Lau –

    Wow Melvin! Thank you!

  153. Nadia Lee –

    Been reading it on the train, love it.

  154. Qistina Fong –

    I didnt think you were such a good writer. You should write more.

  155. Eng Hwa Chan –

    Worth the purchase. Not cheap but super worth it.

  156. Hazel Fong –

    I am planinng to get into philosophy now.

  157. Yi Lin Ng –

    Changes your mind on many things.

  158. Tracy Low –

    Love his work! This is amazing.

  159. Zachary Seow –

    Feels like a bible to me but like a modern philsoophy bible

  160. Joanne Sulaiman –

    Congrautlations

  161. Nadia Khoo –

    This is incredibly well written.

  162. Adrian Chan –

    Very touching and deep to read.

  163. Hui Xuan Khoo –

    Cover is nice.

  164. Wayne Fong –

    I wish I can see things that way too.

  165. Jasmine Tan –

    Best book I’ve read recently.

  166. Isaac Salleh –

    This book really showed me something I didnt see.

  167. Umar Lau –

    Its deep in the right way.

  168. Rachel Sulaiman –

    This is such an amazing book Melvin I really enjoyed reading it.

  169. Xinyi Koh –

    I liked it.

  170. Lydia Toh –

    You get attached reading it because Melvin shares so much.

  171. Ronald Mak –

    Will buy again for my friends now 🙂

  172. Chee Keong Low –

    Maybe sometimes life is about finding connection.

  173. Caleb Lau –

    Love the quality of the book.

  174. Liyana Rashid –

    Satisfying click when it shuts. Unexpected detail.

  175. Zachary Fong –

    Heavy book but beautiful. He writes a note on the first page too.

  176. Owen Goh –

    Wow I am just really processing it.

  177. Bella Teo –

    Powerful.

  178. Wen Jie Kamal –

    I feel like I learnt a lot…

  179. Isaac Loke –

    Lovely…

  180. Liyana Yap –

    Melvin writes in a way that feels really sincere. Its clear he was emotional when he wrote this.

  181. Belinda Lee –

    Meh start but increidbly ending

  182. Kelvin Teo –

    I dont know if I would ever see things the samer again.

  183. Darren Wan –

    Everyday I read about 6 pages and so far I feel I became smarter.

  184. Xinyi Lau –

    If you are looking for answers, amybe try religion but otherwise this book is nice too haha

  185. Belinda Quek –

    I appreciate how sturdy the spine feels.

  186. Gerald Sim –

    You write about restarting in life, now I want to restart too.

  187. Gan Wei Chan –

    Good job on it.

  188. Yasmin Nazri –

    Deep but nice.

  189. Indra Nazri –

    Beautiful book to be honest. Cover is so nice.

  190. Isaac Ng –

    You inspire me a lot but after reading the book even more!

  191. Belinda Ong –

    Got it for work. Ended up using it for everything.

  192. Xinyi Lee –

    Felt premium the second I opened the package.

  193. Ismail Chee –

    I didnt know I liked it.

  194. Gan Wei Mak –

    Congratulations Melvin! =)

  195. Caleb Wong –

    Book arrived well-packaged and pristine. Beautiful hardcover.

  196. Gerald Gan –

    If you are looking for the way in your life then maybe his writing can help.

  197. Qistina Lee –

    nice book. nice writer. nice ideas.

  198. Gavin Koh –

    I want to be the person who reads all your books Melvin

  199. Yasmin Liew –

    Love flipping through it even when I’m not reading.

  200. Farah Wong –

    The cover texture adds to the experience.

  201. Marcus Low –

    Looks even better in real life than in the photos.

  202. Gavin Fong –

    I read physical books a lot—this one stands out.

  203. Qistina Ong –

    Currently halfway through. Very insightful book.

  204. Yasmin Teo –

    It’s a pleasure to hold and read. Feels made to last.

  205. Xiang Rashid –

    Unboxing was neat, tidy, and satisfying.

  206. Tracy Teo –

    I love his writing style, so fresh.

  207. Eugene Yap –

    I never thought I would read philosophy. Thank you

  208. Melvin Kamal –

    If you enjoy Melvin’s videos then you will enjoy this book.

  209. Pei Ling Chee –

    Impressive philosophy. Not hard. makes sense.

  210. Farah Taufik –

    I feel so lost before I found your work Melvin. Thank you.

  211. Valerie Pang –

    Nice work melvin

  212. Xiang Pang –

    Glad I bought the physical version, way better than Kindle. Also we must support Melvin work!

  213. Yi Lin Ong –

    Melvin left me a personal message wow!

  214. Rachel Pang –

    This book was so amazing to read. It changed my mind.

  215. Ronald Ibrahim –

    Very nice writing.

  216. Joanne Sani –

    Book is nice.

  217. Marcus Pang –

    Philosophy shouldnt be difficult! I love it!

  218. Tracy Bakri –

    First time buying from this author. Won’t be the last. Write more.

  219. Zachary Salleh –

    Didn’t expect to be so impressed by a book’s physical form.

  220. Umar Hew –

    Smooth to touch, solid in hand. Very happy with it.

  221. Alvin Mansor –

    Been reading a bit every night. Feels like a ritual.

  222. Liyana Fadzil –

    Amazing book. I really really loved it.

  223. Melvin Yap –

    I have zero regrets in supporting you. Also we have same name, hahahahaha

  224. Oscar Jamal –

    Looks beautiful. More importantly, feels good in use.

  225. Xinyi Nazri –

    Elegant book.

  226. Qi Wei Yap –

    One of the better hardcovers I’ve owned.

  227. Wen Jie Suhaimi –

    A beautiful hardcover that matches the beauty of the writing.

  228. Khai Saad –

    Solid construction and emotionally resonant content.

  229. Wayne Nazri –

    Printed on thick, luxurious paper. Loved it from the first page.

  230. Yong Jie Lau –

    Cover is soft to touch. Feels like a gift.

  231. Khai Wong –

    Started it last week and already re-reading parts.

  232. Joanne Aziz –

    The printing is so clean. Just a joy to hold.

  233. Tracy Mansor –

    Makes you want to slow down and read slowly.

  234. Hui Xuan Sulong –

    A good-looking book that holds deep thoughts inside.

  235. Caleb Aziz –

    Reading this book felt like listening to an old friend.

  236. Rachel Hew –

    Elegant on the outside, thoughtful inside.

  237. Farah Sim –

    Minimalist layout lets the writing shine.

  238. Fazira Chan –

    Hardcover gives the whole thing more gravity.

  239. Qi Wei Basman –

    Substantial and sincere.

  240. Hafiz Nazri –

    Everything about it is considered.

  241. Aqil Ghafar –

    The layout, spacing, even font—just right.

  242. Fazira Wan –

    Bought it for the design, stayed for the writing.

  243. Wen Jie Lee –

    Gorgeous binding. Every detail feels intentional.

  244. Lydia Saad –

    So easy to fall into the rhythm of this book.

  245. Natalie Rashid –

    It’s rare a book feels this good in the hand.

  246. Samuel Koh –

    The kind of book you want to keep visible.

  247. Belinda Ong –

    I started underlining halfway through chapter one.

  248. Xiang Chua –

    Makes me want to sit and read instead of scroll.

  249. Yi Lin Teo –

    Impressive from the cover to the closing chapter.

  250. Yi Lin Wan –

    Every part of this book reflects the message.

  251. Hazel Amir –

    Best reading experience I’ve had this year.

  252. Pei Ling Halmi –

    So well made. Definitely keeping this one out.

  253. Gan Wei Pang –

    Design matches the tone—calm and intelligent.

  254. Khai Sim –

    The hardcover gives it a timeless feel.

  255. Fazira Hew –

    Great balance of thought and presentation.

  256. Ronald Halim –

    Content + form = perfect match.

  257. Diyanah Lau –

    Clean aesthetic, powerful message.

  258. Caleb Sulong –

    Love how it opens and stays open.

  259. Elaine Roslan –

    Not just a book—an object worth keeping.

  260. Natalie Sharif –

    Even the smell of the paper is great.

  261. Kenny Koh –

    Hardcover makes it easier to focus, somehow.

  262. Munirah Halim –

    I’ve recommended it already to five friends.

  263. Qi Wei Bakri –

    Read it slowly over two weeks. Worth every page.

  264. Phoebe Wan –

    It’s quietly elegant.

  265. Kenny Khalid –

    The pages absorb ink well—yes, I annotate everything.

  266. Pei Ling Amir –

    Just beautiful. In every way.

  267. Marcus Wan –

    A hardcover that earns its spot.

  268. Gerald Quek –

    Better in real life than I expected.

  269. Bella Yap –

    This made me pause after every few pages.

  270. Eugene Wong –

    The binding is strong and thoughtful.

  271. Rizal Taufik –

    Each section feels like its own conversation.

  272. Ismail Lim –

    A real physical joy to interact with.

  273. Umar Yap –

    Sits well in the hand. Reads better.

  274. Sylvia Goh –

    I couldn’t stop showing it to people.

  275. Lydia Halim –

    You’ll want to own it physically.

  276. Xinyi Lee –

    Holding it adds to the reading experience.

  277. Phoebe Salleh –

    Can’t imagine reading it on Kindle.

  278. Ronald Latif –

    Will definitely re-read with a pen next time.

  279. Rizal Ong –

    I just finished and I already want to start again.

  280. Gavin Yassin –

    Simple, but incredibly well-made.

  281. Tracy Wong –

    The hardcover makes it feel ceremonial.

  282. Kelvin Rumi –

    No fluff—just beauty and depth.

  283. Hannah Aziz –

    Bought it for the shelf, stayed for the insight.

  284. Zachary Shukor –

    Absolutely loved both the feel and the message.

  285. Nora Amir –

    Wasn’t expecting this level of quality.

  286. Joey Chan –

    This book made me crave more books like it.

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