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The Technology TrapCondition: BRAND NEW ISBN: 9780691210797 Format: Trade paperback (US) Year: 2020 Publisher: Princeton University Press Description: The Technology Trap is a sweeping account of the history of technological progress and how it has radically shifted the distribution of economic and political power among society's members. As Carl Benedikt Frey shows, the Industrial Revolution created unprecedented wealth and prosperity over the long run, but the
Condition: BRAND NEWISBN: 9780691210797
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2020
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Description:
The Technology Trap is a sweeping account of the history of technological progress and how it has radically shifted the distribution of economic and political power among society's members. As Carl Benedikt Frey shows, the Industrial Revolution created unprecedented wealth and prosperity over the long run, but the immediate consequences of mechanisation were devastating. Middle-income jobs withered, wages stagnated, the labor share of income fell, profits surged, and economic inequality skyrocketed. These trends broadly mirror those in our current age of automation. But, just as the Industrial Revolution eventually brought about extraordinary benefits for society, artificial intelligence systems have the potential to do the same. The Technology Trap demonstrates that in the midst of another technological revolution, the lessons of the past can help us to more effectively face the present.
'Frey's story is well argued and — at times — deeply alarming.' — John Thornhill,Financial Times
'An excellent analysis of past industrial revolutions, the technologies that emerged within them, and the way societies adapted to those changes.' — Adi Gaskell,Forbes
'The Technology Trapmay well ensnare doom-seekers' attention with its ominous-sounding title. But it should ultimately hearten anyone who reads it.' —The Economist
'A provocative, original long view on current concerns.' — Andrew Hill,Financial Times
'Bracing...Carl Frey extrapolates from the history of the industrial revolution to offer a vision of th
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★★★★★ 4
Thick, durable jeans for a good price!
Size: 34W x 34L, Color: Tinted Dark Wash
I bought these for my son. They fit well - true to size. They feel thick and durable. He says the fabric is a little stiff, which makes them wrinkle, so he doesn't wear them as often as some other jeans.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2026
★★★★★ 5
They are dark blue and are great especially for the price.
Size: 38W x 28L, Color: Tinted Dark Wash
They fit true to the size and the dark blue color is perfect...!!! I did wash them in hot water and put them in the dryer on low temperature before I wore them and they fit perfect. And I am 5'6" weight about 215lbs. I bought the 38 waste and 28 length and athletic fit stretch and they do stretch and I absolutely love them...!!!
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Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Good product
Size: 36W x 28L, Color: Tinted Light Wash
Good product
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Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2026
★★★★★ 3
Great jeans, waist is too high
Size: 40W x 30L, Color: Tinted Light Wash
These pants, so far, have been well made and are almost identical to Levi's 541 style jeans. They have almost the exact same fit and are comfortable. There is only one detractor, the waist is about an inch and a half too high. I compared it to my 541's and that is the only difference. I am glad I know about this now. Other than the waist height, I would absolutely buy these again.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 15, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Essentials for the win
Size: 31W x 30L, Color: Stone Medium Wash
Think material, sturdy. Great fit.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 18, 2026