Unwinding the Clock: Ten Thoughts on Our Relationship to Time - Couverture souple

Jonsson, Bodil

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0156007606 ISBN 13 : 9780156007603

Editeur : Mariner Books, 2002

Synopsis

Swedish physicist Bodil Jönsson has spent several decades thinking about the opportunities and problems facing human beings in modern times. From a scientific standpoint, we now lead longer lives than ever before, yet many of us feel that we don't have enough time to accomplish everything we want to do. Technological developments, such as high-speed travel, cell phones, computers, and the Internet would seem to save time, but as the speed
and pace of our society increases, we all feel that we have much less than we need.
By combining her knowledge of science with common sense and a woman's unique perspective, Jönsson provides an interesting view of contemporary life and the toll it takes on our bodies and minds. Encouraging us to look forward rather than being nostalgic about the past, Jönsson offers concrete suggestions for preserving our humanity while working and living in the fast lane. With great wisdom and gentle humor, Unwinding the Clock ultimately shows us how to slow down and enjoy the time we have.

International Bestseller

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

Swedish physicist Bodil Jönsson has spent several decades thinking about the opportunities and problems facing human beings in modern times. From a scientific standpoint, we now lead longer lives than ever before, yet many of us feel that we don't have enough time to accomplish everything we want to do. Technological developments, such as high-speed travel, cell phones, computers, and the Internet would seem to save time, but as the speed
and pace of our society increases, we all feel that we have much less than we need.
By combining her knowledge of science with common sense and a woman's unique perspective, Jönsson provides an interesting view of contemporary life and the toll it takes on our bodies and minds. Encouraging us to look forward rather than being nostalgic about the past, Jönsson offers concrete suggestions for preserving our humanity while working and living in the fast lane. With great wisdom and gentle humor, Unwinding the Clock ultimately shows us how to slow down and enjoy the time we have.

International Bestseller

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PRAISE FOR UNWINDING THE CLOCK

"How to find a comfortable, productive rhythm for your life in a breakneck-paced, workaholic world."--The Seattle Times
"Makes an easily overlooked point: we must match the need for quick turnaround on life's projects with an awareness of how we individually experience time to create rich personal, social, and cultural environments."--Library Journal

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Mariner Books
• Date d'édition: 2002
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0156007606
• ISBN 13: 9780156007603
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 160
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible