The European Dream by Jeremy Rifkin
At one time the American Dream was the ideal and envy of the world. But today, at the dawn of the new Millennium, Europe is pointing a new way to the future. In this major new book, best-selling author Jeremy Rifkin argues that Europe has a vision of its own and is overtaking America as the world's next superpower.The American Dream was based on economic growth, personal wealth and independence. It was synonymous with love of country and patriotism, frontier mentality and the unbridled exercise of power. Yet what were once considered prime virtues - cherished and idealised not only in America but throughout the world - are increasingly seen by many as drawbacks and even impediments. But while the American Dream tires and languishes in the past, a new European Dream is being born. Today we see a new set of values emerging which are focused on sustainable development, quality of life and multilateralism. More cosmopolitan and less concerned with the brute exercise of power, the European Dream is better positioned to accommodate the many forces that are propelling us into a more interconnected and interdependent world.
Where does Britain fit into this story? The British find themselves betwixt and between a fading American Dream and a newly emerging European Dream which is gaining the upper hand in our contemporary global age. Rifkin argues that Britain is uniquely positioned to play a bridge role between Europe and America and has the potential to help create a synergy between the two superpowers of the 21st century. But in order to exercise any real influence in world affairs, Britain must choose to be part of a larger political entity. In a globally connected world, no people can exist any longer as an island unto themselves. The only question for Britain is whether it will make its home with America or with Europe.
Jeremy Rifkin is the founder and president of the Foundation on Economic Trends, as well as the author of eighteen best-selling books, including The Hydrogen Economy and The End of Work. Face the Nation, The Lehrer News Hour, 20/20, Larry King Live, Today, and Good Morning America have all included him as a guest. Rifkin was selected one of 150 persons in the United States by the National Journal. that have the most clout when it comes to determining federal policy Rifkin has also testified before various congressional committees and has been a senior lecturer at the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School's Executive Education Program since 1994.
Rifkin is the chairman of the Global CEO Business Roundtable, which comprises IBM, Cisco, Cushman & Wakefield, and has advised a number of world leaders, including French President Nicolas Sarkozy and German Chancellor Angela Merkel. He resides in Bethesda, Maryland.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781585423453 |
| ISBN 10 | 1585423459 |
| Title | The European Dream |
| Author | Jeremy Rifkin |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Penguin Putnam Inc |
| Year published | 2004-10-11 |
| Number of pages | 434 |
| Prizes | Commended for Nautilus Award (Social Change) 2005 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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