Technological Economics

This landmark treatise by the great economist Henry George was first published in 1879. George's work became the seminal analysis of the political economy which inspired most, if not all, the prominent thinkers of the Progressive Movement and many others of great influence: Upton Sinclair, John Dewey, George Bernard Shaw, Friedrich Hayek, H. G. Wells, Clarence Darrow, and Leo Tolstoy, to name but a few. His analyses and proposals are referred to as "Georgism".

INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER AN NPR BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR “A cri de coeur that takes aim at the tech industry for abandoning its history of helping America and its allies.”—The Wall Street Journal From the Palantir co-founder, one of Time’s 100 Most Influential People of...

Brought to you by Penguin. The Sunday Times and #1 New York Times Bestseller Silicon Valley’s brightest minds once collaborated with governments to advance technologies, securing the West’s dominance on the global stage. But that relationship has corroded – with perilous repercussions for...

Imagine a world where technological advancements eliminate the need for human labor, leading to unprecedented prosperity and equity for all. In "AI and the Future Economy: Universal Income for a Prosperous Society," the author takes you on a transformative journey through the economic landscape reshaped by artificial intelligence and automation. This groundbreaking book delves into the innovative concepts of Universal Basic Income (UBI) and Universal High Income, proposing a future where abundance and social welfare are within reach for everyone. Explore the Historical Economic Shifts: - ...

Financial market bubbles are recurring, often painful, reminders of the costs and benefits of capitalism. While many books have studied financial manias and crises, most fail to compare times of turmoil with times of stability. In Bubbles and Crashes, Brent Goldfarb and David A. Kirsch give us new insights into the causes of speculative booms and busts. They identify a class of assets - major technological innovations - that can, but does not necessarily, produce bubbles.

The history of modern scientific progress constitutes a distorted narrative, constructed upon imposed silence and the systematic obscuration of revolutionary insight. Through uncompromising documentary rigor, The Denied Progress examines the genealogy of Russian discoveries that anticipated—by decades, and at times by centuries—the milestones of contemporary technology, only to be consigned to oblivion by the obstinacy of prevailing paradigms. Through a technical and historical analysis of those figures who forged the future ahead of their time, the essay dismantles the myth of the ...

Discover the surprising case for how conservatism can help us achieve the epic sci-fi future we were promised. America was once the world’s dream factory. We turned imagination into reality, from curing polio to landing on the Moon to creating the internet. And we were confident that more...

Why does the gap between affluent nations and impoverished communities refuse to close? In The Invisible Wall, author explores a paradigm-shifting truth: poverty and wealth are not milestones on a single timeline, but two distinct, stable states governed by entirely different systemic rules. Moving past conventional cultural arguments and paternalistic charity models, this book utilizes a rigorous mix of macroeconomic theory, institutional economics, and behavioral development to map the invisible infrastructure keeping billions in low-velocity survival loops. From the spatial poverty taxes...

Embark on an enlightening journey into the heart of Nevada's ranching world with "Herding the Silver State," an insightful eBook that delves deep into the tapestry of modern cattle ranching—a vital part of the state's identity and economy. As you traverse the rich text, you'll encounter an in-depth exploration of ranching's storied history within Nevada's unique geographic and climatic challenges. Discover the economic lifeblood of local communities as you grasp the significance of cattle ranching to Nevada's economic fabric and the diverse profiles of those who champion these prairies. ...

Introducing 'The Last Stand,' the ultimate guide to understanding and preparing for societal collapse! In today's world, we're faced with a multitude of challenges that threaten the very fabric of civilization as we know it. From environmental disasters to resource depletion, climate change to economic disparity, political corruption to social division, and technological disruption to overpopulation, our future is precarious. But what if we could take steps to mitigate these risks and build a better future for ourselves and our communities? That's where this groundbreaking eBook comes in. ...

Explore Bankura is not just a district-level study; it is a deeply personal and visionary exploration of a land where red soil meets resilience, heritage meets hope, and tradition meets transformation. Written by Dr. Gurudas Bandyopadhyay, a son of the soil born and raised in Chhatna, this book captures the spirit of Bankura through lived experience, research, reflection, and strategic foresight. It invites readers to rediscover a region that holds immense untapped potential for sustainable development, cultural revival, and global integration. Bankura, often known for its terracotta ...

Great is no longer good enough. Beyond Great delivers a powerful new playbook of 9 core strategies to thrive in a post-COVID world where all the rules of the game are being re-written. Beyond Great answers to two fundamental questions which face business leaders today in a world shaped by...

How much technology have you taken for granted today? It is human nature to make things and to apply knowledge in ingenious ways to survive and to make life easier. From renewable energy to entertainment streaming and electric vehicles to gene-editing, technology shapes our world. The Technology...

Discover the transformative power of technological innovation with "The Role of Innovation," a compelling eBook that delves into the dynamic world of advancements driving today's economy. Unveiling the secrets behind groundbreaking developments, this book provides a comprehensive exploration of how innovation acts as a catalyst for economic growth and disruption across various industries. Begin your journey by understanding the core principles of innovation, tracing its evolution through history, and discovering the different types that fuel our modern economy. From there, explore the ...

Bloomsbury presents Digitally Invisible by Nicol Turner Lee, read by Rachel Handshaw. Billions of people around the world lack internet access. No one cared until the whole world had to go online. President Joe Biden has repeatedly said that the United States would close the digital divide under...

What transformed India from a colonized nation under foreign rule into one of the world’s fastest-rising democratic, technological, and civilizational powers? How did India survive colonial exploitation, partition, wars, poverty, political upheaval, globalization, and rapid technological disruption while preserving its democracy, diversity, spiritual traditions, and cultural continuity? And most importantly what lessons from the past can help shape Developed India 2100? 125 Years That Changed India is a sweeping, thought-provoking, and future-oriented exploration of India’s ...

Abundia: A Philosophical Dialogue on Post-Scarcity What if the greatest obstacle to human flourishing isn’t a lack of resources, but the persistence of a scarcity mindset? In the quiet, leather-bound sanctuary of his study, a scholar named Thomas finds himself trapped between the profound wisdom of the past and the crushing anxieties of a modern world defined by competition and lack. His intellectual despair is interrupted by the arrival of Raphael, a figure who speaks not of a distant, impossible utopia, but of a tangible future called Abundia. Through a series of captivating and ...

The idea that before the birth of modern science and the growth of European capitalism in the 16th century people lived in harmony with nature in self-sufficient agricultural communities is a powerful myth in the modern ecological movement and is used to attack modern science, capitalism and the international transport of food. However it is a myth. In this damning critique Dr Matt Buttsworth attacks this strongly held, widespread idealisation of the past. Before the 17th century, people did not live in harmony with nature; international trade in valuable products was widespread as were ...

How much technology have you taken for granted today? It is human nature to make things and to apply knowledge in ingenious ways to survive and to make life easier. From renewable energy to entertainment streaming and electric vehicles to gene-editing, technology shapes our world. The Technology...

THE CONTROL POINT: A System Design History of Monopoly Monopoly is not a law of nature. It is a choice of design. For 150 years, we have been told that the giants of industry—from the railroad barons of the Gilded Age to the algorithmic platforms of the Silicon Era—rose to power through sheer innovation or competitive brilliance. The data reveals a deeper pattern. In The Control Point, the author strips away the "stained glass" of the user interface to reveal the "iron tension rods" of structural capture. This is not a book about personality or politics; it is a book about systemic ...