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In this concluding volume of The Myth of the Machine, Mumford brings to a head his radical revisions of the stale popular conceptions of human and technological progress. Far from being an attack on science and technics, The Pentagon of Power seeks to establish a more organic social order based on technological resources. Index; photographs.
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Challenging tech-centric views to foster organic social growth.
Who is this book for?
If you're curious about how technological development impacts society's structure, this book offers a compelling alternative view. Mumford's insights encourage reflection on building a more balanced and resource-aware social order. It's particularly inspiring if you enjoy Thinking critically about progress and societal evolution.
