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The concept of progress evolved as societies grappled with the complexities of modernity from "summary" of The Complete Story of Civilization by Will Durant
The idea of progress has been a guiding force in human history, driving societies to adapt and evolve in response to the challenges of modernity. As civilizations grappled with the complexities of the modern world, they began to see progress not as a linear march towards a fixed goal, but as a dynamic process of continual improvement and change. In the past, progress was often viewed in a more simplistic way, as the steady advancement of civilization towards a predetermined end. However, as societies became more complex and interconnected, this view became inadequate to explain the rapid transformations taking place. The concept of progress had to evolve to encompass the idea of constant adaptation and innovation in the face of new challenges. As technology advanced...
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