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Macroshift: Navigating the Transformation to a Sustainable World [Hardcover]

Ervin Laszlo (Author), Arthur Charles Clarke (Foreword)
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Publication Date: Sep 1 2001
A "macroshift" is a transformation of practically all aspects of life, from individual lifestyles to the global economy. Expert Ervin Laszlo argues that the macroshift now upon the planet is unprecedented in scope, and, reverberating as it does at every level, warrants serious attention. This book describes the dynamics of today's macroshift, cautioning that the values and behaviors associated with it have the power to either break through or break down world order. Readers learn about the essential dangers and opportunities they face and how they can begin to make informed, responsible choices.

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Ervin Laszlo, a pioneer in complex systems philosophy and general evolution theory, believes we are in the midst of a massive worldwide transformation-a Macroshift--that will dramatically alter everything from lifestyle to economy. Such total upheaval has occurred only a few times before, he says and in Macroshift he explains what this might mean and how we might manage its impact. The gist, according to Laszlo, is that technology and globalisation have unbalanced social structures, upended values and priorities, sparked resource exploitation and "downgraded the livability" of our planet. The result is an unsustainable situation that could trigger political conflict, financial vulnerability, and deteriorating environmental problems during the coming decade unless "a new way of thinking" takes hold. "If we are not to join the myriad species that had once populated the Earth but became extinct", he predicts, "we will have to create a civilisation that is more adapted to the conditions in which we find ourselves". He then offers ideas to do so, including a shift from "competition to reconciliation and partnership" and development of "more responsible and humane community projects" around the world. The proposals are not for everyone but this book offers serious food for thought that we all would do well to ponder. --Howard Rothman

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"In Macroshift Ervin Lazlo makes a vital point: the future is not to be forecast, but created. What we do today will decide the shape of things tomorrow. Especially the way we perceive the challenges that await us, and the vision we develop for coping with them. His book furnishes essential guidelines for creating a positive scenario for our common future: for the new thinking and acting that this calls for." —From The Foreword by Arthur C. Clarke
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3.0 out of 5 stars Doctrine to save the world Jun 23 2003
By j4u
Format:Hardcover
Overall, I think the book carries great meaning and great lessons. We need to have a new mindset - "macroshift", in order to save the planet. I totally agree.

Then why do I only give 3 stars? Because I still didn't see anything new. It is similar to other books, like "Limits to Growth" by Donella Meadows (Club of Rome). The author provides all different kinds of warning signs to ask people "Live simple. Love our Earth and other species". I know it's difficult to have a new pitch to ask people stop wasting or stop smoking, etc. However, we do need a more insightful/creative perspective to really change people.

Overall, I only recommend this book to people who are already buy-in "save the planet" concept.

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5.0 out of 5 stars The Definitive Guide to the Global Crisis... Feb 6 2003
By Michael S. Abrams
Format:Hardcover
As much as it is possible for a single book to give its reader a comprehensive and profound understanding of the impending global social, economic, and ecological crisis, this is that book.

According to Dr. Laszlo, human society has passed through three major stages --Mythos, Theos, and Logos--and is on the verge of its next, and perhaps final stage, Holos. But the transition from our Logos civilization to Holos, like those before it, is not quite as automatic as someone simply climbing the rungs of a ladder. According to _Macroshift, there is some real possibility that our civilization may fail to make the leap, in which case it will almost certainly 'break down' into global anarchy--we may have had a terrible foretaste of this in the September 11 attacks. (For a chilling picture of this kind of world, see the classic sci-fi film _The Road Warrior_). But, should it succeed, humanity will be privileged to witness the birth of the first truly global civilization--and a world whose possibilities surpass our dreams.

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5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best books I've read in a long time Jan 31 2003
By Tom Cole
Format:Hardcover
This is an excellent book. It embodies what I pretty much believe but in such an eloquent and thoughtful way. I highly recommed it to anyone who is searching for a hopeful perspective regarding the future of our world.

Tom

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