The Quiet Before
On the Unexpected Origins of Radical Ideas
Gal Beckerman
Explore the history of social movements and the role of private spaces in their incubation, in this thought-provoking book. From the scientific revolution to decolonization and feminism, author Gal Beckerman shows how quiet networks have historically fueled change. But with the rise of social media, these spaces are disappearing, and the book offers a warning that this could hinder future activism. Discover why current technology is undermining social movements and explore a recipe for growing radical ideas again. The Quiet Before looks to the past to imagine a different future.
Publish Date
2022-02-15T00:00:00.000Z
2022-02-15T00:00:00.000Z
Goodreads Rating
3.8
ISBN
9781524759186
Recommendations
1
Recommendations
2022-05-02T17:19:32.000Z
Rarely does a book give you a new way of looking at social change. [The Quiet Before by Gal Beckerman] does – Walter Isaacson – source