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Brett Bowden, "Now Is Not the Time: Inside Our Obsession with the Present" (Iff Books, 2024)

New Books in Sociology

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Examining Time and Progress

This chapter features a conversation with a Professor of Historical and Philosophical Inquiry about their book 'Now Is Not the Time,' which explores themes of civilization and pluralism. The discussion highlights how societal perceptions of time, both historical and present, influence our understanding of progress and development. It critically addresses the implications of Eurocentrism and temporal focus on contemporary narratives and decision-making.

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