I have written about one of my favorite books, The Fourth Turning, many times here on Slope. I was surprised to learn that an updated volume, The Fourth Turning is Here, came out last year.
I bought it immediately, of course, because the original book is over a quarter century old, and I certainly wanted to read the latest thoughts from Mr. Neil Howe. He has moved the goalposts a bit, but I think that’s understandable.
In the 1997 book, his conjecture was that the Fourth Turning would be wrapping up around 2025, but now he thinks this period of crisis probably has a decade to go, or thereabouts.
I’ve been absolutely devouring the book, but you’ll have to excuse me as I go continue to read it and – – perhaps – – get it done so I can write up a brief review for you tomorrow. In the meanwhile, here’s the first page, just to give you a little taste.
