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Book Synopsis: In this indispensable book, urban visionary Jane Jacobs argues that as agrarianism gives way to a technology-based future, we're at risk of cultural collapse. Jacobs—renowned author of The Death and Life of Great American Cities and The Economy of Cities—pinpoints five pillars of our culture that are in serious decay: community and family; higher education; the effective practice of science; taxation, and government; and the self-regulation of the learned professions. The corrosion of these pillars, Jacobs argues, is linked to societal ills such as environmental crisis, racism, and the growing gulf between rich and poor. But this is a hopeful book as well as a warning. Drawing on a vast frame of reference—from fifteenth-century Chinese shipbuilding to Ireland’s cultural rebirth—Jacobs suggests how the cycles of decay can be arrested and our way of life renewed. Invigorating and accessible, Dark Age Ahead is not only the crowning achievement of Jane Jacobs’ career, but one of the most important works of our time.
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Are you concerned about the future of our society? Get ready to delve into the thought-provoking pages of Dark Age Ahead, an indispensable book by urban visionary Jane Jacobs. In this groundbreaking work, Jacobs warns us about the risks of cultural collapse as we transition into a technology-based future. With her unparalleled expertise in urban studies, she identifies five pillars of our culture that are currently decaying, including community and family, higher education, science, taxation and government, and the self-regulation of the learned professions.
What makes Dark Age Ahead so compelling is its ability to connect the corrosion of these pillars to prevalent societal issues like environmental crisis, racism, and widening income disparities. But don't let the dark predictions discourage you. This book also offers hope and proposes actionable solutions to prevent the onset of a dark age. Jacobs draws from a wide range of examples, from ancient Chinese shipbuilding techniques to Ireland's cultural revival, to illustrate how we can halt the ongoing decay and revitalize our way of life.
Renowned for her previous works such as The Death and Life of Great American Cities and The Economy of Cities, Jane Jacobs' Dark Age Ahead is nothing short of a masterpiece. This captivating and accessible book is not only the pinnacle of her career but also one of the most crucial works of our time. If you are ready to uncover the truth about the challenges we face and discover a path towards renewal, grab a copy of Dark Age Ahead today. Your understanding of our society's future depends on it.
Ready to make a difference? Embrace Jane Jacobs' insightful wisdom and take the first step towards a brighter future.
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