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Thank You for Being Late

An Optimist's Guide to Thriving in the Age of Accelerations
Pages
496
Published
2016
Language
English

Synopsis

Thomas L. Friedman explores the accelerating forces shaping the 21st century: technology, globalization, and climate change. He examines how these forces are reshaping our workplaces, politics, and communities. Friedman suggests we take a moment to understand this historical period and consider its many possibilities and dangers.

About the author

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Thomas L. Friedman

Thomas Loren Friedman is an American journalist and author. Friedman has won the Pulitzer Prize three times, and writes a weekly column for The New York Times.

Frequently asked questions

  • How does Thank You for Being Late relate to Thomas L. Friedman's other works?

    This book continues Friedman's exploration of globalization and its impact, building on themes from his earlier books like The World Is Flat by examining how technological acceleration and climate change further complicate the global landscape.

  • What is the central argument of Thank You for Being Late?

    Friedman argues that the rapid acceleration of technology, globalization, and climate change requires individuals and societies to pause, reflect, and adapt to a fundamentally new pace of change. He suggests that taking time to understand these forces is crucial for navigating the modern world.