Human Frontiers: The Future of Big Ideas in an Age of Small Thinking

In Human Frontiers, Michael Bhaskar explores the possibility that a complacent, cautious civilization has lost ambition and is sinking into technological stagnation rather than accelerating into a magical future. He calls for bold, adventurous innovators to go big again and argues that new thinking is still possible by adopting bold global approaches, deploying cutting-edge technology, and embracing a culture of change.

Format: Hardback
Length: 432 pages
Publication date: 02 September 2021
Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

A captivating and thought-provoking exploration of a wide range of subjects, from the arts to the sciences, technology to policy, is presented in Michael Bhaskar's Human Frontiers. This is a brilliant and thought-provoking response to one of the most pressing issues of our time: how will we create the next generation of innovation and truly original ideas? In his book, Michael Bhaskar examines the unsettling possibility that a complacent, cautious civilization has lost its ambition and is gradually sinking into technological stagnation rather than accelerating into a magical future. He is urging bold, adventurous innovators to go big once more. Matt Ridley, author of How Innovation Works, poses the question, "Where do we go from here as a species?" Is our future one of endless improvement in all spheres of life, from technology and travel to medicine, movies, and music? Or have our best years already passed us by? It's simple to assume that the story of modern society is one of continuous, radical progress, but this is no longer the case: more academics are researching than ever before, but their work leads to fewer breakthroughs; innovation is incremental, limited to the digital sphere; the much-touted cure for cancer remains elusive; space travel has stalled since the heady era of the moon shot; politics is stuck in a rut, and the creative industries seem trapped in an ongoing cycle of rehashing genres and classics. The most ambitious ideas now struggle. Our great-great-great-grandparents had grandiose visions, but today's generation is facing a different set of challenges. We live in a rapidly changing world, where technology is advancing at an unprecedented pace, and the demands of society are evolving rapidly. To thrive in this environment, we need to be bold, innovative, and adaptable. In Human Frontiers, Michael Bhaskar offers a roadmap for navigating these challenges and creating a better future for ourselves and future generations. He explores the role of creativity in shaping our world, the importance of diversity and inclusion, and the challenges of managing complexity and uncertainty. He also offers practical strategies for cultivating creativity, such as fostering a culture of curiosity, embracing failure as a learning opportunity, and collaborating across disciplines. Overall, Human Frontiers is a must-read book for anyone who is interested in the future of humanity and the role of creativity in shaping it. It is a thought-provoking and inspiring exploration of the possibilities for innovation and progress in a rapidly changing world.

Weight: 696g
Dimension: 165 x 245 x 41 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780349128283