{"product_id":"abundance","title":"Abundance","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling manifesto for the future, grounded in practical solutions addressing the world's most pressing concerns: overpopulation, food, water, energy, education, healthcare, and freedom (\u003ci\u003eThe Wall Street Journal\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSince the dawn of humanity, a privileged few have lived in stark contrast to the hardscrabble majority. Conventional wisdom says this gap cannot be closed. But it is closing—and fast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eAbundance\u003c\/i\u003e, space entrepreneur turned innovation pioneer Peter H. Diamandis and award-winning science writer Steven Kotler explore humanity's capacity to solve the economic disparities that have plagued our planet for centuries. Leveraging advancements in artificial intelligence, robotics, digital manufacturing, synthetic biology, and other rapidly accelerating technologies, they present a compelling vision of a world where the basic needs of every individual can soon be met and even exceeded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOver the next two decades, we will witness more significant progress than what has been achieved in the past 200 years. This transformation will not only address fundamental human necessities but also usher in a new era of abundance for all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe authors systematically break down human needs by category—water, food, energy, healthcare, education, and freedom. Through extensive research and rich storytelling, Diamandis and Kotler introduce us to the pioneering innovators and industry leaders who are making extraordinary strides in these areas. These visionaries are revolutionising how we approach our most critical issues, showcasing the power of human ingenuity and technological evolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAbundance\u003c\/i\u003e is more than just a collection of case studies and predictions; it is a riveting page-turner that provides a hopeful outlook on the future. It argues convincingly that practical solutions, combined with exponential technological growth, can overcome scarcity and create a world of plenty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs \u003ci\u003eThe Christian Science Monitor\u003c\/i\u003e notes, \"Not only is \u003ci\u003eAbundance\u003c\/i\u003e a riveting page-turner…but it’s a book that gives us a future worth fighting for.\" With engaging narratives and meticulous research, Diamandis and Kotler compel us to rethink our assumptions about the future and embrace a mindset of optimism and possibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone who believes in the potential of human progress and the power of technology to solve global challenges, \u003ci\u003eAbundance\u003c\/i\u003e is an essential read that offers a vision of hope and a roadmap for creating a better future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45685648097516,"sku":"9781451616835","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781451616835.jpg?v=1725453194","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/products\/abundance","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}