Many of the great ruins that grace the deserts and jungles of the earth are monuments to progress traps, the headstones of civilisations which fell victim to their own succee. In the fate of such societies - once mighty, complex and brilliant - lie the most instructive lessons of our own. The twentieth century's runaway growth in human population, consumption and technology has placed a mysterious burden on the planet. In A Short History of Progress, prize-winning novelist and historian Ronald Wright aregues that this ...
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Many of the great ruins that grace the deserts and jungles of the earth are monuments to progress traps, the headstones of civilisations which fell victim to their own succee. In the fate of such societies - once mighty, complex and brilliant - lie the most instructive lessons of our own. The twentieth century's runaway growth in human population, consumption and technology has placed a mysterious burden on the planet. In A Short History of Progress, prize-winning novelist and historian Ronald Wright aregues that this modern predicament is, in fact, as old as civilisation, a 10,000-year experiment we unleashed but have seldom controlled. Only by understanding the patterns of progress and disaster that humanity has repeated since the Stone Age can we recognise the experiment's inherent dangers and, with luck and wisdom, shape its outcome.
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Good. Simply Brit – welcome to our online used book store, where affordability meets great quality. Dive into a world of captivating reads without breaking the bank. We take pride in offering a wide selection of used books, from classics to hidden gems, ensuring there's something for every literary palate. All orders are shipped within 24 hours and our lightning fast-delivery within 48 hours coupled with our prompt customer service ensures a smooth journey from ordering to delivery. Discover the joy of reading with us, your trusted source for affordable books that do not compromise on quality.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. In good all round condition. Dust Jacket in good condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 450grams, ISBN: 9781841957111.
