Better Off: Flipping the Switch on Technology (P.S.)

by Eric Brende

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"Better Off: Flipping the Switch on Technology" by Eric Brende is a memoir about the author's decision to live without modern technology in an Amish-like community called the Nearings. In the book, he explores the challenges and rewards of living a simpler, technology-free life. Through his experiences, Brende reflects on the ways in which technology has impacted modern society and suggests that a return to more traditional, sustainable living practices may be beneficial for individuals as well as the planet. The book encourages readers to question their dependence on technology and consider alternative ways of living.

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