The World is Flat (Second Edition)

Author: (American) Thomas L. Friedman, translated by He Fan, Xiao Yingying, Hao Zhengfei
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Publish Date: 2006-09-01
Features: The world has become flat refers to the transformation the world is undergoing under the dual impetus of technological advancement and capital flow, leading to an unpredictable outcome—a new flat social structure replacing the old pyramid structure. The floating and unpredictable temporal and spatial shifts, the rich and diverse case studies, the slightly exaggerated narrative style, and the deliberately crafted rhythm showcase the extraordinary ability of journalist and best-selling author Thomas L. Friedman. However, how to view Friedman's prophecy entirely depends on you. (Feng Yufeng)—A book ranked on the New York Times, Business Week, and Amazon Best Seller Lists, and the winner of the 2005 British "FT/Goldman Sachs" Financial Book Award. This is a book recommended by Bill Gates, who said, "This is a book that all decision-makers and corporate employees must read." MBA students everywhere are reading The World Is Flat.—Business Week
Governors, congressmen across the United States are talking about The World Is Flat. University presidents are advising students to read The World Is Flat before joining companies. Some business schools even require new students to read The World Is Flat before enrollment.——《Fortune》
This is an uplifting book about globalization and highly readable. One of the signs of a great work is that it can make you see things from a new perspective, and Thomas L. Friedman has clearly succeeded in doing so. In his challenging arguments, he tells us what this new world means for us?——《New York Times》
This book showcases Friedman's talent for analyzing complex economic phenomena in an accessible way and his insight into global trends. It's a page-turner. Friedman provides a comprehensive analysis of the flat world, presenting different figures and trends to the readers. We don’t know how the 21st century will unfold, but this book undoubtedly sparks readers' rich imagination.——《Washington Post》
This is a must-read book. Friedman explains why and how globalization has become skewed.——Microsoft Network Magazine
As one of the world’s best newspaper columnists, Friedman possesses skillful techniques to analyze various phenomena, identify connections, and draw concise conclusions. Through detailed descriptions of numerous astonishing phenomena in the global economy, he presents to readers the speed, close collaboration, and complexity of the global economy’s development. For anyone who wants to understand where the flat world process will take us in the next stage, this is a must-read book.——《Independent》
When scholars discuss the history of the world’s development over the past 20 years and focus on the period from 2000 to March 2004, what will they say? 9/11 terrorism or the Iraq War? Or will they discuss how the convergence and spread of technology have made India, China, and many developing countries part of the global supply chain for goods and services, bringing vast wealth to the middle class in these large developing countries and positioning them more favorably in the wave of globalization? As the world becomes flat, must we move faster to win in the competition? Has the world become so small and changed so rapidly that our political systems cannot adjust to stable structures? In his wise new book, three-time Pulitzer Prize winner Thomas L. Friedman, author of The Lexus and the Olive Tree, lifts the veil of mystery surrounding the world and explains complex foreign and economic issues in an accessible way, providing readers with answers. He explains how the flattening of the world trend occurred in the early 21st century and what it means for nations, companies, societies, and individuals. What adjustments must governments and societies make to cope with this trend? The World Is Flat timely analyzes the successes and challenges of globalization.