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History of Ideas 11: Umberto Eco
Past Present Future
The Shock of the Old
Technology does not always propel us towards the future but can instead lead us back to the past by reinforcing existing patterns and truths. Rather than being replaced, some technologies like bicycles continue to maintain their relevance and appeal to many people. This concept is echoed in examples like transportation where advancements paradoxically result in longer travel times.
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