{"product_id":"the-extreme-future-isbn-9780452288669","title":"The Extreme Future","description":"\u003cb\u003eA renowned global futurist prepares businesses and individuals for the radical changes on the horizon\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e An advisor to three presidents spanning over thirty years, Dr. James Canton identifies probable outcomes and future trends in business, technology, environment, terrorism, population, and medicine to help companies and individuals prepare for the coming complex and volatile global changes, including: \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-How climate change and energy trends will reshape the planet\u003cbr\u003e-How astounding medicine trends will enhance people's lives\u003cbr\u003e-How the rise of China will bring on a new global power struggle \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e In the tradition of \u003ci\u003eFuture Shock, Megatrends\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eThe Tipping Point, Extreme Future\u003c\/i\u003e is the essential forecasting handbook for navigating the twenty-first century.The Extreme Future\u003cb\u003eIntroduction:\u003c\/b\u003e The White House\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1.\u003c\/b\u003e Welcome to the Extreme Future\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2.\u003c\/b\u003e Fueling the Future\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3.\u003c\/b\u003e Finding Prosperity: The Innovation Economy\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4.\u003c\/b\u003e Help Wanted: The Future of the Workforce\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5.\u003c\/b\u003e Outliving the Future: Longevity Medicine\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6.\u003c\/b\u003e Tomorrow's Climate\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7.\u003c\/b\u003e Cultures in Collision: The Future of Globalization\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8.\u003c\/b\u003e Securing the Future\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9.\u003c\/b\u003e Weird Science: What's Next\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10.\u003c\/b\u003e Invisible War: The Future of the Individual\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11.\u003c\/b\u003e Dancing Dragon: The Future of China\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 12.\u003c\/b\u003e The Future of America and Democracy\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments\u003cbr\u003eIndex\u003c\/p\u003e“Lots of folks talk about the future. Dr. James Canton’s \u003ci\u003eThe Extreme Future\u003c\/i\u003e takes you there, outlining in vivid detail the top trends transforming society and the marketplace. This book is visually stunning and beautifully organized. If you care about the future—and who can afford not to?—this book is for you.”—\u003cb\u003ePatricia Aburdene, author of \u003ci\u003eMegatrends 2010: The Rise of Conscious Capitalism\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e “Dr. Canton’s account of the future of healthcare is chilling… not because his vision is fearsome, but because his predictions are fast becoming fact.”—\u003cb\u003eTerry Fassburg, Vice President, Brand Communications, Philips Electronics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e “This book is your essential guide to the future. It is an insightful, straightforward, clear view into the amazing and surprising future that is closing in on us fast. It is essential reading to understand the revolutionary impact on business and beyond.”—\u003cb\u003eToby Redshaw, Corporate Vice President, I.D.E.A.S., Motorola\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e “Canton’s optimistic prescription for a successful global future comes as a refreshing change from the often dismal reports alive in the world. Canton’s intelligence, wit, and passion readily found in the numerous talks he gives worldwide comes through in his prose.”—\u003cb\u003eBarbara A. Propes, President, World Affairs Councils of America\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e “Canton does a great job identifying the top trends that will shape our future. If you want to prepare for the Extreme Future, read this book.”—\u003cb\u003eRudy Burger, CEO \u0026amp; Chairman, U.S. Development Partners\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e“Canton's background in future-planning consultancy began when he studied under Alvin Toffler in the 1970s—and it shows in this big-picture take on the world of tomorrow. Taken individually, none of the trends Canton believes will shape the upcoming decades are surprising: major crises brought on by energy shortages and climate change; economic transformation wrought by globalization; and the ‘war on terror’ has barely started. But he recognizes that the future is created by a ‘convergence’ in which these developments interact… His lively scenarios are designed to spark debates, and they surely will.”—\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e “A forecasting road map for the twenty-first century that includes 10 top trends of the extreme future. These trends are the critical role of energy; information technology and networks; biotechnology; the manipulation of matter at the atomic scale (producing new drugs, fuels, materials, and machines); and the use of devices, drugs, and materials to heal and enhance mental performance… Canton is optimistic about the future and believes Americans in general are, too… Important and fascinating perspective!”—\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eJames Canton\u003c\/b\u003e, Ph.D. is a renowned global futurist, author, keynote presenter, and sought-after business advisor. He is known for his accurate and bold forecasts about the future. Dr. Canton is chairman and CEO of the Institute for Global Futures, an internationally recognized San Francisco–based think tank that advises Fortune 1000 and government clients. He has served on advisory boards at MIT’s Media Lab and Motorola, and is a fellow at the Knowledge and Innovation Network at the Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University.","brand":"Plume","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46303886639333,"sku":"NP9780452288669","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780452288669.jpg?v=1767739256","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/the-extreme-future-isbn-9780452288669","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}