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"Boldly reactionary... What looks like feast, Carr argues, may be closer to famine" Sunday Times
"Chilling" The Economist
In this ground-breaking and compelling book, Nicholas Carr argues that not since Gutenberg invented printing has humanity been exposed to such a mind-altering technology. The Shallows draws on the latest research to show that the Net is literally re-wiring our brains inducing only superficial understanding. As a consequence there are profound changes in the way we live and communicate, remember and socialise - even in our very conception of ourselves. By moving from the depths of thought to the shallows of distraction, the web, it seems, is actually fostering ignorance. The Shallows is not a manifesto for luddites, nor does it seek to turn back the clock. Rather it is a revelatory reminder of how far the Internet has become enmeshed in our daily existence and is affecting the way we think. This landmark book compels us all to look anew at our dependence on this all-pervasive technology.
This 10th-anniversary edition includes a new afterword that brings the story up to date, with a deep examination of the cognitive and behavioural effects of smartphones and social media.
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Discover how the internet is reshaping our minds and lives with 'The Shallows: How the Internet Is Changing the Way We Think, Read and Remember'. This groundbreaking book, written by Nicholas Carr, explores the profound impact of the internet on our brains and how it is rewiring our thought processes. Drawing on the latest research, Carr reveals how the internet promotes only superficial understanding, leading to a shallowing of our comprehension abilities. It is not merely a warning against technology, but a thought-provoking exploration of how the internet has become an integral part of our daily lives, influencing the way we live, communicate, and even perceive ourselves.
With this 10th-anniversary edition, Carr brings the story up to date with a new afterword that delves into the effects of smartphones and social media on our cognition and behavior. By examining the cognitive and behavioral changes brought about by these technologies, 'The Shallows' provides a thought-provoking look at our increasingly interconnected world.
The insights and revelations found within 'The Shallows' will leave you questioning your own dependence on technology and the impact it has on your thinking. If you're interested in exploring the profound changes the internet has brought to our lives and deepening your understanding of the digital age, this book is a must-read.
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