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Future Shock
Future Shock
Author: Alvin Toffler
Future Shock is the classic that changed our view of tomorrow. Its startling insights into accelerating change led a president to ask his advisers for a special report, inspired composers to write symphonies and rock music, gave a powerful new concept to social science, and added a phrase to our language. Published in over fifty countries, Futur...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780553067002
ISBN-10: 0553067001
Publication Date: 1972
Pages: 561
Edition: 19th
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4.5 stars, based on 2 ratings
Publisher: Bantam Books
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
Members Wishing: 0
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femalebookie avatar reviewed Future Shock on + 9 more book reviews
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Must read for all American's who want to now how we arrived to America's dysfunctional economy, personal relationships and families.
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This is Alvin Toffler's classic prediction about the 21st century from the perspective of a social and cultural critic of the 1970's.
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Still a very good read, even in today's world.
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It's been ages since I read this (it's an earlier edition, circa 1970, than the one currently on the market), but if you're a fan of sociology and anthropology, this will be an interesting read.
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Remember the good old days when every thrift shop had about 6 copies of this book? Now, they are all listed on PBS.


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