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Exploring freedom's role in an evolving world.
"The Great Rupture" will resonate if you're fascinated by the interplay of technology, history, and the concept of freedom—especially as each relates to human progress. Viktor Shvets takes a deep dive into the forces shaping our present and future, crafting a provocative narrative that weaves past lessons into future possibilities. It's an intellectual journey that challenges you to consider the potential directions our world might take, and what role freedom will play in that unfolding. Whether you're a history buff, tech enthusiast, or a futurist pondering over society's trajectory, this book will spark rich contemplation and debate.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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ISBN: 9781633373860
Authors:
Viktor Shvets
Publisher: Boyle & Dalton
Date of Publication: 2023-06-22
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 4.32
(rated by 174 readers)
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Exploring freedom's role in an evolving world.
"The Great Rupture" will resonate if you're fascinated by the interplay of technology, history, and the concept of freedom—especially as each relates to human progress. Viktor Shvets takes a deep dive into the forces shaping our present and future, crafting a provocative narrative that weaves past lessons into future possibilities. It's an intellectual journey that challenges you to consider the potential directions our world might take, and what role freedom will play in that unfolding. Whether you're a history buff, tech enthusiast, or a futurist pondering over society's trajectory, this book will spark rich contemplation and debate.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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