“Sometimes we don't know what's best until we're forced into it. Often you can be just as happy or even happier with less.”
Quote by Peter Seidel
Work
2045: A Story of Our Future
This book delves into the speculative future, envisioning advancements in technology, culture, and human society by the year 2045. more
Author
Peter Seidel
Peter Seidel (born December 2, 1926) is an American writer and futurist known for his profound insights into global challenges. His work focuses on long-term threats facing humanity, such as environmental degradation, resource depletion, and social structural imbalances, advocating rational planning and collective action to avert catastrophe. Seidel is best known for his book 'The Global Dilemma: How Humanity Can Avoid Self-Destruction,' which has influenced academic and policy circles. Born in the United States, his career spans decades, dedicated to raising awareness of global crises. His thinking integrates systems theory, ecology, and ethics, emphasizing sustainable development beyond short-term interests. Though not a mainstream figure, his ideas are respected in environmental and futurist communities. more
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