"The Rise and Fall of American Growth"

"The Rise and Fall of American Growth" is a historical analysis by Robert J. Gordon that examines the economic and technological changes in the United States from the late 19th century to the present. Gordon argues that the period from 1870 to 1970 was marked by unprecedented innovations that drove rapid economic growth and improved living standards. However, he suggests that since then, growth has slowed due to diminishing returns from technology, rising inequality, and other social challenges. The book highlights the impact of these changes on American society and questions whether we can recapture the growth experienced in the past.