Power and Progress: Our Thousand-Year Struggle Over Technology and Prosperity by Daron Acemoglu and Simon Johnson examines the complex relationship between technological innovation, economic progress, and societal inequality. The authors argue that while technology has the potential to improve lives, it often exacerbates disparities when controlled by elites seeking to consolidate power. Drawing on historical examples, from the Industrial Revolution to the digital age, they explore how governance, policies, and collective action can redirect technological advancements to benefit broader society. The book offers a critical yet hopeful perspective on shaping a more equitable and inclusive future in the face of rapid innovation.
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