| Description |
240 pages ; 22 cm |
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Includes bibliographical references. |
| Contents |
The challenge of our time. Light from the past : its value and limits ; Stable ingredients in human nature ; Acceleration in human history ; Divisive and unifying movements in history ; Annex : the genetic and the comparative approach ; The pros and cons of a fractured structure of society ; The exacerbation of divisive feeling -- The overriding need in politics for order. The significance of the would-be world-states ; Is a world-wide world-state feasible? -- The continuing scope in religion for freedom. The significance of the would-be world-religions ; Is a fusion of the higher religions desirable? -- The impact of technology on life. Population, urbanization, congestion ; Mechanization, regimentation, boredom ; Affluence and leisure. |
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Civilization -- Philosophy.
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Science and civilization.
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