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Civilized to Death: The Price of Progress

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The New York Times bestselling coauthor of Sex at Dawn explores the ways in which “progress” has perverted the way we live—how we eat, learn, feel, mate, parent, communicate, work, and die—in this “engaging, extensively documented, well-organized, and thought-provoking” (Booklist) book.

Most of us have instinctive evidence the world is ending—balmy December days, face-to-face conversation replaced with heads-to-screens zomboidism, a world at constant war, a political system in disarray. We hear some myths and lies so frequently that they feel like truths: Civilization is humankind’s greatest accomplishment. Progress is undeniable. Count your blessings. You’re lucky to be alive here and now. Well, maybe we are and maybe we aren’t. Civilized to Death counters the idea that progress is inherently good, arguing that the “progress” defining our age is analogous to an advancing disease. Prehistoric life, of course, was not without serious dangers and disadvantages. Many babies died in infancy. A broken bone, infected wound, snakebite, or difficult pregnancy could be life-threatening. But ultimately, Christopher Ryan questions, were these pre-civilized dangers more murderous than modern scourges, such as car accidents, cancers, cardiovascular disease, and a technologically prolonged dying process?

Civilized to Death “will make you see our so-called progress in a whole new light” (Book Riot) and adds to the timely conversation that “the way we have been living is no longer sustainable, at least as long as we want the earth to outlive us” (Psychology Today). Ryan makes the claim that we should start looking backwards to find our way into a better future.

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Are you tired of the constant hustle and bustle of modern life? Do you ever question if the so-called progress we've made is really benefiting us? Look no further - "Civilized to Death: The Price of Progress" is here to challenge your perspective and open your eyes to the truth. As a New York Times bestselling book, it has gained recognition for its engaging and thought-provoking content that will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew.

In today's world, it's hard to ignore the signs that something is amiss. From the loss of genuine human connection to the endless pursuit of material possessions, we are slowly being consumed by the very progress we celebrate. "Civilized to Death" presents a compelling argument that progress is not always what it seems. With extensive research and compelling examples, this book reveals the hidden downsides and dangers of our modern society.

Think about it - in prehistoric times, our ancestors faced a different set of challenges. While there were risks like disease and childbirth complications, were they truly more deadly than the diseases and ailments we face today? Christopher Ryan challenges conventional wisdom and forces us to question if our so-called progress has truly made us better off.

"Civilized to Death" is not just another book on a shelf. It's a wake-up call to rethink our current way of life. The time for change is now, and this book shines a light on the urgent need to start finding solutions by looking to the past. Join the conversation and discover a whole new perspective on progress and its impact on our lives.

Ready to delve into an eye-opening journey? Take the first step towards a better future by clicking here. Let Christopher Ryan guide you towards a world where progress is redefined, and we learn from our history to create a more sustainable future.

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