The End of the Megamachine: A Brief History of a Failing Civilization

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“A must read for everyone rising against the system that is destroying life on earth and our future.” Vandana Shiva, World Future Council
The End of the Megamachine provides a uniquely comprehensive picture of the roots of the destructive forces that are threatening the future of humankind today. Spanning 5000 years of history, the book shows how the three tyrannies of militarized states, capital accumulation and ideological power have been steering both ecosystems and societies to the brink of collapse. With the growing instability of the Megamachine in the 21st century, new dangers open up as well as new possibilities for systemic change, to which everyone can contribute.

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‘The topic could not be more important. A very valuable and surely timely contribution.’ — Noam Chomsky

‘A fascinating new take on the parts of human history that got us where we are today.’ — Bill McKibben, Founder of 350.org

‘This book, a sensation in Germany when it was first published, challenges us to seek a new path for our and the planet’s survival.’ — Maude Barlow, Council of the Canadians

‘A magnificent book, that couldn’t be more topical. We owe gratitude, solidarity and a lot of admiration to the author.’ — Jean Ziegler

‘A fascinating book, delightful to read in spite of the grim topic. This is an excellent reflection on the terror/hope that we are living.’ — John Holloway, Autonomous University of Puebla, Mexico

‘You can’t be a serious activist committed to creating a new world if you haven’t read this.’ — Firoze Manji, Carleton University

About the Author

Fabian Scheidler studied history and philosophy in Berlin and theatre directing in Frankfurt/M. He works and lives in Berlin as a writer for print media, television, theatre and opera. In 2009 he co-founded the independent newscast Kontext TV (), producing a monthly broadcast on global justice issues; guests include Noam Chomsky, Vandana Shiva, Immanuel Wallerstein, Jeremy Scahill, Amy Goodman, Saskia Sassen, Yanis Varoufakis, Maude Barlow and many others.