A crisp, passionately argued polemic that challenges the sacred dogma of the digital age - the more we connect through technology, the happier we are - and offers a new, practical philosophy for life in a world of screens.
At a time when everyone, from big businesses to ordinary individuals, is trying to make sense of their connected lives, Hamlet's BlackBerry presents a bold new paradigm for understanding the devices that now demand so much of our time and attention. Written in a lively, engaging style, Hamlet's BlackBerry shows how our computers and mobile devices are changing the way we think, feel, and relate to others. While these technologies are tremendously helpful, they are also becoming our greatest burden, making it harder for us to focus and think clearly, do our best work and achieve the depth and fulfilment we crave.
Hamlet's BlackBerry argues that we've surrendered too much of our lives to our screens, by following a philosophy the author calls Digital Maximalism. He offers an alternative approach that any individual or organization can use to manage their connectedness more wisely. Drawing on the ideas of some
