Powershift

This non-fiction examination explores how power is changing in the information age. It argues that shifts aren’t limited to headlines but unfold in everyday life—from supermarkets and banks to hospitals, offices, media, and personal relationships. The central aim is to illuminate a new dynamic of influence shaped by information, speed, and innovation. The intended reader includes curious adults and students of society, technology, and economics, and the tone is thoughtful, insightful, and forward-looking. Presented as a sweeping synthesis, the book blends historical context with forward-looking analysis. It maps the information economy, the rise of individual agency, and the fast-vs-slow world, showing how power shifts across institutions and daily life. The prose is accessible and thought-provoking, turning big ideas into practical insights through relevant examples and clear explanations. It invites readers to think critically about technology, institutions, and personal choices, guiding them through how to interpret current events and future possibilities. - Clear overview of power shifts from global to everyday life (commerce, media, politics, personal life) - Key concepts: information age, information economy, fast vs slow world - Practical takeaways for work, governance, and daily decisions - Accessible, analytical writing that connects history to present and future - Cro