The Disruption of Thought: In an Age of Accelerating Technology (Homo Technologicus, Social and Ethical Futures, 3)

Scannell, Patrick (Author)/ Cerf, Vint (Contributor)

ISBN 10: 9004737146 / ISBN 13: 9789004737143

Published by Brill, 2026

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490 pages. 6.10x2.00x9.25 inches. In Stock. This item is printed on demand.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Disruption of Thought: In an Age of Accelerating Technology (Homo Technologicus, Social and Ethical Futures, 3)
• Publisher: Brill
• Publication Date: 2026
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 9004737146
• ISBN 13: 9789004737143
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Brand New
• Weight: 1.36 kilograms

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Synopsis

Human thought is undergoing a fundamental transformation as technology simultaneously rewires our biological neural networks, cultural thinking patterns, and technological cognitive extensions. This "Three Streams" disruption represents both humanity's greatest challenge and an unprecedented opportunity. Drawing on more than a decade of interdisciplinary research spanning fields as diverse as neuroscience, sociology, economics, archaeology, and technology development, Patrick Scannell reveals how accelerating change across all three cognitive dimensions is the root cause of modern crises―from political polarization to institutional failure. Yet, it also unlocks possible conscious cognitive evolution. This book argues that rather than accepting technological determinism, we can deliberately architect enhanced human thinking capacity and collective problem-solving.

About the Author

Patrick Scannell is an independent scholar and writer researching the crossroads of technology and cognition.