KNYGA Marion Fourcade Ordinal Society

Discover the profound insights of Ordinal Society by Harvard University Press, a thought-provoking exploration set to release in 2024. This captivating hardback, spanning 384 pages, delves into how organizations increasingly measure and rank various aspects of our lives. Through the lens of data, it reveals how these predictions influence our purchasing power, preferences, and even our character. Ordinal Society uncovers the ways in which this data-driven approach shapes life opportunities, ultimately creating a hollow morality that obscures traditional forms of social advantage under the guise of merit. Perfect for readers interested in sociology, ethics, and the impact of data on modern life, this book is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of our ordinal world.