First published 1960
Lewis Mumford examines the moral and spiritual challenges facing contemporary society. He identifies the core ethical and religious questions that define modern existence, then proposes a fresh philosophical framework. Mumford argues for redirecting human attention toward life's renewal rather than technological dominance. His approach seeks to heal the fragmentation that characterizes industrial civilization. The book presents concrete steps for rebuilding coherent values in a disconnected world. Mumford believes modern people can recover meaning through conscious reintegration of their scattered experiences. He offers readers practical wisdom for navigating moral complexity while maintaining hope for cultural transformation.
Genres: philosophy, 20th-century, american, non-fiction, academic
Vibes: intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: social-commentary
Period: 20th-Century
342 pages · Paperback · Mariner Books