About the book
In The Progress Paradox, Gregg Easterbrook draws upon three decades of wide-ranging research and thinking to make the persuasive assertion that almost all aspects of Western life have vastly improved in the past century–and yet today, most men and women feel less happy than in previous generations.
Detailing the emerging science of “positive psychology,” which seeks to understand what causes a person’s sense of well-being, Easterbrook offers an alternative to our culture of crisis and complaint. He makes a compelling case that optimism, gratitude, and acts of forgiveness not only make modern life more fulfilling but are actually in our self-interest. An affirming and constructive way of seeing life anew, The Progress Paradox will change the way you think about your place in the world–and about our collective ability to make it better.
Editions of The Progress Paradox
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780679463030
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780812973037
- EBook
- ISBN 9781588363268
- Audiobook
- ISBN 9780736696715
- AudioStreaming
- ISBN 9781415901335
- AudioStreaming
- ISBN 9781415952481
- AudioStreaming
- ISBN 9780739310519
- AudioDisc
- ISBN 9780736699488
- AudioDisc
- ISBN 9780739310502
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In The Progress Paradox, Gregg Easterbrook draws upon three decades of wide-ranging research and thinking to make the persuasive assertion that almost all aspects of Western life have vastly improved in the past century–and yet today, most men and women feel less happy than in previous generations.
Detailing the emerging science of “positive psychology,” which seeks to understand what causes a person’s sense of well-being, Easterbrook offers an alternative to our culture of crisis and complaint. He makes a compelling case that optimism, gratitude, and acts of forgiveness not only make modern life more fulfilling but are actually in our self-interest. An affirming and constructive way of seeing life anew, The Progress Paradox will change the way you think about your place in the world–and about our collective ability to make it better.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Progress Paradox about?
In The Progress Paradox, Gregg Easterbrook draws upon three decades of wide-ranging research and thinking to make the persuasive assertion that almost all aspects of Western life have vastly improved in the past century–and yet today, most men and women feel less happy than in previous generations.
Detailing the emerging science of “positive psychology,” which seeks to understand what causes a person’s sense of well-being, Easterbrook offers an alternative to our culture of crisis and complaint. He makes a compelling case that optimism, gratitude, and acts of forgiveness not only make modern life more fulfilling but are actually in our self-interest. An affirming and constructive way of seeing life anew, The Progress Paradox will change the way you think about your place in the world–and about our collective ability to make it better.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in The Progress Paradox?
Health, Relationships and Personal development > Self-help, personal development and practical advice > Popular psychology > Assertiveness, motivation, self-esteem and positive mental attitude
Where can I read a sample of The Progress Paradox?
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Who is/are the Author/s of the book The Progress Paradox?
Gregg Easterbrook
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
The Progress Paradox is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780679463030) and paperback(ISBN 9780812973037) and ebook(ISBN 9781588363268) and audiobook(ISBN 9780736696715) and audiostreaming(ISBN 9781415901335) and audiostreaming(ISBN 9781415952481) and audiostreaming(ISBN 9780739310519) and audiodisc(ISBN 9780736699488) and audiodisc(ISBN 9780739310502)
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