The author argues that the current pace of technological progress is unsustainable and that we need to develop a personal paradigm for understanding and managing technological change in order to ensure the survival of humanity. The book begins by discussing the rapid pace of technological progress and how it has transformed our world. The author notes that this progress has brought many benefits, such as improved healthcare, communication, and transportation, but also created challenges such as environmental degradation, social inequality, and job displacement. The author argues that these challenges are not just side effects of technological progress, but rather they are inherent parts of the process itself. The author then goes on to describe the concept of the "technological imperative which is the idea that technological progress is driven by the need for profit and efficiency, rather than by the needs of people or the planet. This imperative leads to the development of technologies that are often harmful to the environment and society, such as fossil fuels, nuclear power, and genetic engineering. The author argues that we must challenge this imperative if we want to create a sustainable future. The book then explores the possibility of developing a personal paradigm for perceiving and managing technological change. The author suggests that we need to move beyond the traditional view of technology as a neutral tool and instead see it as a reflection of our values and beliefs. He argues that we must develop a new way of thinking about technology, one that takes into account the social and environmental impacts of technological progress.

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