Power and Progress: Our Thousand-Year Struggle Over Technology and Prosperity

Daron Acemoglu Power and Progress Reviews Summary

Ratings Breakdown

Rated 4.3 by 424 people

Pros from Reviews

  • Insightful historical analysis
  • Well-researched and extensive bibliography
  • Challenges conventional views
  • Engaging and thought-provoking
  • Explains technology's societal impact
  • Good for understanding policy implications

Cons from Reviews

  • Boring at times
  • Lacks creative solutions
  • Manifesto-like chapters unconvincing
  • Inconsistent use of key terms
  • Poorly argued in parts

Notable Features

560 pages
Hardcover
English language
Political economy
History of technology
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