The Complacent Class
Tyler Cowen
254 pages
Examines the trend of Americans away from the traditionally mobile, risk-accepting, and adaptable tendencies that defined them for much of recent history, and toward stagnation and comfort, and how this development has the potential to make future changes more disruptive. --Publisher's description.
Cowen's exploration of societal complacency provides insightful commentary on contemporary issues, making it a thought-provoking read for anyone interested in the dynamics of modern society.