Book Review: The World is Flat By Thomas Friedman
I recently read the non-fictional book titled The World is Flat: A Brief History of the Twenty-first Century by Thomas Friedman. As an extremely avid reader, this book quickly became one of my favorites. Friedman’s expansive knowledge on such current events and social evolution coupled with his style of writing makes this, some what daunting book, manageable I believe for almost any reader, at least by the high school level. Now, if you are the type that loves to expand their knowledge on almost random things like reading books such as Blink, Freakonomics or even random articles such as this one, then this book is for you.
The World is Flat, focuses on the growing idea of how seamlessly easier it has became to obtain knowledge, to come into contact with our neighbors, in the city and across the ocean, so on and so forth. By even being able to come across this article, it can be assumed that you have at least enough computer literacy to understand this growing trend. What Friedman does however, is take this somewhat blurry image of this internet, of the politics today, 9/11 and basically the entirety of our short Twenty-first Century and presents in a manner that is, mind the cliché, crystal-clear.
Their seems to be an ongoing theme of a call-to-arms, a call to action throughout the book, to what he believes is necessary for the growth of civilization in general and with all of his expansive examples and extremely focused details, throughout the book, it is almost impossible to disagree.
Let’s think about the title of the book, The World is Flat. The title itself is a blatant farce. However Einstein once stated “Imagination is more important than knowledge.” With a bit of imagination, and bit of reading of Friedman’s thoughts, you just might come to agree that the World is indeed, Flat.This article was written by Jonel Cordero, owner ofGrocerteria Networks. Submit your Articles toArticles.Grocerteria.netsharing your knowledge! or go Submit your Url to Webpages.Grocerteria.net for FREE!
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Scrapbooking : Ideas for a School Scrapbook
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Themed Die Cut Assortment-Jesus $7.73 |
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Creative Memories mini album kit “Snorkle Cove”, tropical theme NEW $0.99 |
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Creative Memories mini album kit “Aloha”, tropical theme NEW $0.99 |
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SP13 – 6 Sheets 12X12 Scrapbooking Paper, 4th of July Theme, Red, White & Blue $3.00 |
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SP15 – 9 Sheets of 12X12 Scrapbooking Paper, Christmas Theme, Vintage Looking $4.50 |
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SP14 – 9 Sheets of 12X12 Scrapbooking Paper, Xmas Theme, Masculine Looking $4.50 |
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SP20 – 9 Sheets of Cowboy Themed 12X12 Scrapbook Papers, Masculine $4.50 |
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SP27 – 26 Sheets of 8 1/2 X 11 Scrapbooking Papers, Many Colors & Themes, Pretty $7.00 |
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SP24 – 6 Sheets of 12X12 Scrapbook Paper, Child Themed, Bugs & Dinosaurs $3.00 |
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Soft Spoken Themed Embellishments-Swim Team $7.05 |
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Soft Spoken Themed Embellishments-Grandfather $7.05 |
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Set of 10 Spring Themed 1″ Buttons (PINBACK, FLATBACK OR HOLLOWBACK) $4.25 |
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Set of 10 Spring Themed 1″ Buttons (PINBACK, FLATBACK OR HOLLOWBACK) $4.25 |
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Set of 10 School Themed 1″ Buttons (PINBACK, FLATBACK OR HOLLOWBACK) $5.00 |
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Set of 10 School Themed 1″ Buttons (PINBACK, FLATBACK OR HOLLOWBACK) $5.00 |
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Soft Spoken Themed Embellishments-Kay – Camp $7.05 |
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Soft Spoken Themed Embellishments-Family $7.05 |
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1 Carnival Theme Set Quickutz Sizzix Scrapbook Die Cuts $1.65 |
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Pirate Theme Set Quickutz Scrapbooking Paper Die Cuts $1.65 |
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Classical Music theme violin flute music stand scrapbook stickers (by Jolee’s) $3.50 |
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CREATIVE MEMORIES STICKER STRIP HOLIDAY AND PARTY THEMES YOU CHOOSE!!! $1.50 |
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CREATIVE MEMORIES STICKER STRIP HOLIDAY AND PARTY THEMES YOU CHOOSE!!! $1.50 |
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CREATIVE MEMORIES STICKER STRIP HOLIDAY AND PARTY THEMES YOU CHOOSE!!! $1.50 |
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Wilton Witch 4 Piece Colored Cutter Set $4.79 Metal Cookie Cutter Set: Witch. Your guests will cackle with joy over treats made with these wonderfully wicked cookie cutters. This package contains metal cookie cutters in assorted colors featuring a creepy witch theme: broomstick, witch’s hat, cauldron, and pointy shoe. Each cutter measures approximately 4″…. |
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RM Palm Tree Cookie Cutter for Baking / Hawaiian Luau Party Favors / Tropical Scrapbooking Stencil $1.59 Make holiday or everyday cookies extra special when cut into shapes. Decorate with royal icing, coloured sugars, and sprinkles. Or, use to cut out shapes from brownies, bar cookies, or sandwiches. Materials: Tinplate Care: Hand wash and dry immediately. Do not soak in water. Not dishwasher safe…. |
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Colored Metal Cutter Set/Pet $4.32 For the animal lovers in everyone. Make fun animal themed cookies with these colorful pet cookie cutters. Recipe included. Includes paw, tag, bone, dog house and dog. Each approximately 3 in…. |
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Main Street Wall Creations Jumbo Stickers – Jungle Theme $3.49 Jungle Themed Jumbo Wall Stickers – You will receive one two sided sheet. Different animals on each side!… |
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Small Pink Acrylic Baby Pacifiers to Decorate Baby Shower Favors – 144 Pieces – Size: 1/2 X 3/4 $3.99 Package of 144 Small Pink Acrylic Baby Pacifiers to Decorate Favors… |
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American Girl Crafts Tiny Design Doll Invitations $3.29 Invitations for American Girl dolls! Send guests’ dolls their own tiny design doll invitations from American Girl Crafts. Tuck these doll-sized cards into the invitations you give your friends. Just fold, sign and seal! Includes 8 doll-sized invitations and 8 sticker seals. Package is 4.5 inches by 6.5 inches…. |
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Bubble Water Sets Party Favors 6/Pkg Unique Industries 4016 $2.44 Party Favors: Bubble Water Sets. Let the party begin! This package includes six water bubble sets: 2 fluid ounces each. Recommended for ages 3 and up. WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD. Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. Imported…. |
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100 Great Ways to Use Rubber Stamps $0.64 Used – This is an invaluable resource of 100 incredible ways for rubber stampers to create great cards and keepsake gifts for every occasion. Each of the 25 chapters focuses on a key technique or material, then features a range of four inspiring step-by-step card designs incorporating that theme. Discover favourite techniques such as heat embossing and brayering, along with exciting new trends, including scrapbooking and hand-carved stamps. With 100 handy tips, one for each project, clear colour |
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100 Great Ways to Use Rubber Stamps $2.74 New – Readers will love this invaluable resource of 100 incredible ways for rubber stampers to create great cards and keepsake gifts for every occasion. Each of the 25 chapters focuses on a key technique or material, then features a range of four inspiring step-by-step card designs incorporating that theme. Readers will discover favorite techniques such as heat embossing and brayering, along with exciting new trends, including scrapbooking and hand-carved stamps. With 100 handy tips, one for eac |
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All Girl Scrapbook Pages: The Growing Up Years $6.49 New – Whether she’s putting on her mom’s heels and lipstick, holding up an oversized soccer trophy, or buying a dress for her school dance, a daughter is pure delight. The first-ever scrapbooking book to focus solely on girls, “All Girl Scrapbook Pages shows readers how to display and celebrate these big events and more! Through 150 page ideas, this book teaches numerous techniques appropriate for any level. Album theme ideas unique to girls allow busy scrapbookers to accomplish projects quickly |
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Legacy Theme Pack $21.99 New – A complete theme packets of scrapbooking products to create scrapbook layouts as inspired by Reminders of Faith books. |
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The Ultimate Scrapbooking Book $6.16 New – With more than 400 full-color pages of original scrapbooking ideas, this is simply the best guide to the craft. Start with design basics, then try making a pocket to hold memorabilia, arranging fabulous theme or calendar pages, even creating pop-ups. Among the topics are holidays, vacations, graduation, new babies, and first snowfalls. |
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The Ultimate Scrapbooking Book $9.32 New – With more than 400 full-color pages of original scrapbooking ideas, this is simply the best guide to the craft. Start with design basics, then try making a pocket to hold memorabilia, arranging fabulous theme or calendar pages, even creating pop-ups. Among the topics are holidays, vacations, graduation, new babies, and first snowfalls. |
