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Name: A short history of progress
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Author: Ronald Wright

📘 A short history of progress by Ronald Wright

A Short History of Progress examines how early humans’ innovations—such as efficiently hunting mammoths—propelled cultural growth while also sowing the seeds of collapse. The book argues that the twentieth‑century’s unchecked growth has added a devastating burden to the planet, mirroring patterns of progress and disaster that have repeated since the Stone Age. By uncovering these historical cycles, the work suggests that recognizing the inherent dangers of progress is essential for steering humanity toward a more sustainable future.

First publish date: 2004

Genre: History/Ancient History

Authors: Ronald Wright

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