Publisher's Synopsis
Man's Contracting World In An Expanding Universe is a non-fiction book written by Ben Haig Bagdikian. The book explores the concept of human progress and how it has impacted the world we live in. Bagdikian argues that while human progress has brought about many technological advancements and improvements in our standard of living, it has also led to a contracting world in which we are increasingly disconnected from nature and each other.The book is divided into three parts. The first part examines the history of human progress and how it has shaped our world. Bagdikian discusses the rise of civilization, the Industrial Revolution, and the impact of technology on our lives.The second part of the book focuses on the negative consequences of human progress. Bagdikian argues that our obsession with material possessions and consumerism has led to environmental degradation, social inequality, and a loss of community.The final part of the book offers solutions to these problems. Bagdikian suggests that we need to shift our focus away from material possessions and towards a more sustainable and equitable way of life. He also argues that we need to reconnect with nature and each other in order to create a more harmonious world.Overall, Man's Contracting World In An Expanding Universe is a thought-provoking book that challenges readers to think critically about the impact of human progress on our world. It offers a unique perspective on the challenges we face and provides practical solutions for creating a more sustainable and equitable future.Proceedings Of The Brown University Convocation, Held In Providence, Rhode Island, October 21-23, 1959.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
