Overview
Why do some states and societies thrive while others do not? What awaits us in the future? Is there a universal model that can guide our success? Vadim Makhov believes there is and that it can be found by means of careful analysis of the past. In this truly big-idea book he presents his 'lucky clover' theory in which, when four critical elements science, society, innovation and wealth are present, interacting and developing simultaneously, culminate in success. Having studied hundreds of sources, scrutinised numerous tangled intricacies in world history, and found interesting correlations between various events and phenomena, the author sets out to demonstrate that, through careful analysis of the past, we can find the right path to success. AUTHOR: Vadim Makhov has a PhD in Economics, and is a well-known entrepreneur and expert innovator. He has taken an active part in many innovative projects carried out by various Russian and foreign companies, and initiated the development of many new products. He founded the Bard Worldwide Investment Fund, which is concerned with the development of future technologies. SELLING POINTS: . An analysis of the past to understand the achievement of humanity since the emergence of intelligent life to the present day . This book provides the conditions required for achieving success through innovative development . Reveals fascinating findings and insights that apply to all spheres of human life . Based on the author's research and reflections on evolution, our future, innovation, the economy, and social climate . For everyone who cares about the future and wants to take an active part in shaping it
Full Product Details
Author: Vadim Makhov ,
Manon de Wit ,
Robert Lubberding
Publisher: LID Publishing
Imprint: LID Publishing
ISBN: 9781911498940
ISBN 10: 1911498940
Pages: 352
Publication Date: 11 October 2018
Audience:
Professional and scholarly
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Professional & Vocational
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Professional & Vocational
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
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Reviews
To demonstrate his theory, innovator Vadim Makhov reviews various concepts of human development that have been formulated prior to his own, and the book Humanity's Lucky Clover presents an impressive collection of knowledge, ideas, and common sense. Carefully written, elegantly laid out, and artistically illustrated, this book will undoubtedly be of interest to those looking at the world in a systematic way. --Noubar Afeyan, PhD, Founder and CEO, Flagship Pioneering With penetrating simplicity and clarity, Vadim Makhov takes us through the world's history of great innovations. Highly recommended. --Dr. Michael Obermayer, Former Senior Partner and Founding Chairman, McKinsey Eastern Group Fascinating reading for all curious minds willing to explore and understand the complex world around us. Vadim takes us to a cross-disciplinary intellectual adventure where concepts from economics, natural sciences, and history are merged together to develop an authentic model of social, technological, and economic innovation. Deep analysis with amazingly wide factual basis, yet very clear and captivating reading with abundant original vignettes and anecdotes. --Marat Atnashev, PhD, Dean of the Moscow School of Management, SKOLKOVO
Author Information
Vadim Makhov has a PhD in Economics, and is a well-known entrepreneur and expert innovator. He has taken an active part in many innovative projects, carried out by various Russian and foreign companies, and initiated the development of many new products. He founded the Bard Worldwide Investment Fund, which is concerned with the development of future technologies.
