Progress vs Regress

Zara Sagan

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Sinopsis

"Progress vs Regress" offers a thought-provoking examination of how societies advance and decline, challenging the common belief that human development follows a straightforward upward path. Through a comprehensive analysis spanning archaeology, economics, and social psychology, the book reveals how progress and regression are intricately interconnected, often occurring simultaneously across different aspects of society.

 
This nuanced approach demonstrates how technological advancements might coincide with deteriorating social bonds or environmental conditions, painting a more complex picture of societal development. The book's three-part structure first establishes a theoretical framework for understanding the cyclical nature of progress, then explores specific cases across technological, social, and cultural domains, and finally presents practical models for evaluating change processes.

 
Drawing from diverse historical examples, from ancient empires to contemporary societies, the author illustrates how advancements in one area frequently correlate with decline in others. The analysis is particularly relevant in our current era of rapid technological transformation, offering valuable insights for policy makers, academics, and informed citizens.

 
What sets this work apart is its interdisciplinary approach and balanced perspective, combining quantitative social indicators with qualitative historical analysis to create a comprehensive understanding of societal change. Rather than advocating for either a purely optimistic or pessimistic view, the book provides practical frameworks for analyzing and managing change processes, helping readers navigate the complex interplay between progress and regress in their own contexts. The author's careful examination of historical patterns and contemporary data offers readers tools to better understand and respond to ongoing social transformations.

Disponible desde: 05/01/2025.

Longitud de impresión: 116 páginas.

Humanidades y ciencias sociales

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