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“Get ready for a smaller world. Soon, your food is going to come from a field much closer to home, and the things you buy will probably come from a factory down the road rather than one on the other side of the world. You will almost certainly drive less and walk more, and that means you will be shopping and working closer to home. Your neighbours and your neighbourhood are about to get a lot more important in the smaller tworld of the none-too-distant-future.”

Quote by Jeff Rubin

Book:Why Your World Is About to Get a Whole Lot Smaller

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Why Your World Is About to Get a Whole Lot Smaller

This book delves into the concept of a smaller world, examining how advancements in technology, communication, and travel have brought people closer together. It analyzes the effects of globalization on culture, economy, and personal relationships, offering a comprehensive look at the changing dynamics of our interconnected world. more

Author

Jeff Rubin is an economist born on August 24, 1954. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of Montreal and a Master of Arts in Economics from the University of Toronto. Rubin's research focuses on energy, environment, and macroeconomics. His works include 'The End of Growth: The Economic Decline of the Oil-Producing Countries'. more

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