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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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Considered the foremost exponent of systems philosophy and general evolution theory. Ervin Laszlo is likewise noted for his work in the futures and management fields Formerly Professor of Philosophy, Systems Science, and Futures Studies in various universities in the US, Europe, and the Far East, Laszlo is the author or co-author of thirty-six books translated into as many as sixteen languages, and the editor of another thirty volumes including a four-volume encyclopedia. Currently he is Founder and President of The Club of Budapest Founder and Director of the General Evolution Research Group Science Director of the International Peace University of Berlin Senator of the International Medical Academy.
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This book is a timely endeavour to stimulate individual and collective awareness into the need for a 'Macroshift' in terms of our obsolete frames of understanding. To give it '5' stars is not without thought and consideration. Thus, it reflects what the author of this book - Ervin Laszlo - has attempted to bring to the subject of humanity's relationship to the world around and the issues for evolutionary development in the fields of consciousness, action, culture, politics, ecology, ethics, and one's immediate lifestyle.
It is written with clarity, insight, intelligence, and with an understanding that change is a collective, yet unsentimental, choice. This type of book may not appeal to everyone, yet it should. It's not patronising - simply, it is direct and encouraging. The author may be criticised for his optimism, yet this is a virtue in present times. The book, much like the author's previous ones, which is an enlargement of his '3rd Millenium', outlines the socio-cultural developments that have brought us to our present stage of civilization. It then goes on to explain the need to transcend these values, why we need to, and by what values to replace them with. It also includes a brief foray into modern scientific achievements to underlie his 'Holos' theory. Finally, there are contributions from notable thinkers dealing with this subject, in a 20-page section at the rear. It certainly is not in the whimsical category: this is common-sense thought presented, as would the 'Club of Rome', in a manner worthy of a determined yet compassionate report of the situation we, as a collective, are currently facing.
An intelligent book. In my opinion, at least.
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Macroshift:Navigating the Transformation to a Sustainable Wo
30 Oct 2001
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Macroshift is a book which I recommend to anyone who feels they can change the world and make a difference.And this book is for everyone. At times it is hard reading, but it is worth it.
What intriqued me most was the prediction that author Ervin Laszlo had that we would enter a period of chaos, followed by a clear choice of two different scenarios for the people of Planet Earth.
Dr. Laszlo predicted the chaos would come around 2005, but it came earlier on September 11, 2001, but he does not leave you without a solution. Step by step he takes you through the breakdown or the breakthrough scenario and the choice is clearly ours. We can only change the world to the degree that we are willing to change ourselves.
Dr. Laszlo not only offers his well-researched personal thoughts and opinion, but provides twelve additional 3-4 page commentaries by some of the best thinkers today. Riane Eisler, Thomas Berry, Robert Muller, Gary Zukav and eight more members of the Club of Budapest share their thoughts on our global emergency.I really liked reading what others had to say. Dr. Laszlo mentions that he founded the Club of Budapest to bring global consciousness to every human on Earth.
No short order by this dreamer for a better world..but Macroshift helped me see the necessity of a shift in my thinking.
What intriqued me most was the prediction that author Ervin Laszlo had that we would enter a period of chaos, followed by a clear choice of two different scenarios for the people of Planet Earth.
Dr. Laszlo predicted the chaos would come around 2005, but it came earlier on September 11, 2001, but he does not leave you without a solution. Step by step he takes you through the breakdown or the breakthrough scenario and the choice is clearly ours. We can only change the world to the degree that we are willing to change ourselves.
Dr. Laszlo not only offers his well-researched personal thoughts and opinion, but provides twelve additional 3-4 page commentaries by some of the best thinkers today. Riane Eisler, Thomas Berry, Robert Muller, Gary Zukav and eight more members of the Club of Budapest share their thoughts on our global emergency.I really liked reading what others had to say. Dr. Laszlo mentions that he founded the Club of Budapest to bring global consciousness to every human on Earth.
No short order by this dreamer for a better world..but Macroshift helped me see the necessity of a shift in my thinking.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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Projects and details two possible futures
12 April 2002
By Midwest Book Review
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Macroshift: Navigating The Transformation To A Sustainable World by Ervin Laszlo (Science Director, International Peace University, Berlin, Germany) is a powerful and revealing look at the rapid pace of globalization and the profound shifts it has cause in the world economy and ecology. Laszlo projects and details two possible futures - the "Breakdown", where overly polarized wealth causes the supreme stratification of society and the world culture drifts toward anarchy, and the "Breakthrough", where humanity transforms itself into a new era of world prosperity. Macroshift is a ground breaking, fascinating, challenging examination of the past, present, and future of a rapidly modernizing world.
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We need a "fundamental revolution of consciousness".
24 Feb 2005
By Bill Godfrey
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Ervin Laszlo has a formidable international reputation as a systems philosopher and the founder of general evolution theory. He has written around 70 books covering a wide variety of fields. His style is lucid, direct and very readable. This book is a brilliant addition to dialogue on an issue that desperately needs clear thinking and the ability to challenge ossified mindsets in a way that is constructive rather than merely strident. It is thoughtful, sober and constructive, in contrast to so many books in this genre that are slick and sensationalist.
Laszlo makes a carefully argued case that the world is in a rapid and fundamental transition, which will become critical during the years 2001 to 2010. Whether the outcome is 'breakthrough' or 'breakdown' depends primarily on building a 'fundamental revolution of consciousness' among a critical mass of people. The three parts of the book describe
the concept of a 'macroshift', historical examples of previous macroshifts and the choices before us
the 'new imperatives' and the logic underlying them; and
the way ahead.
Laszlo makes a carefully argued case that the world is in a rapid and fundamental transition, which will become critical during the years 2001 to 2010. Whether the outcome is 'breakthrough' or 'breakdown' depends primarily on building a 'fundamental revolution of consciousness' among a critical mass of people. The three parts of the book describe
the concept of a 'macroshift', historical examples of previous macroshifts and the choices before us
the 'new imperatives' and the logic underlying them; and
the way ahead.
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