Published by Alvin Toffler in 1970, Future Shock became an instant best seller that sold 6 million copies. Although many of his predictions now seem outdated and even ludicrous, Toffler’s primary theme about the impact of overwhelming technological change has proven to be remarkably PRESCIENT or farsighted. For example, Toffler correctly predicted an emerging society in which people increasingly feel alone and alienated.
PRESCIENT - showing strong foresight