In "Adrift," Scott Galloway, a prolific author and esteemed professor at NYU's business school, embarks on a riveting exploration of America's trajectory in the wake of unparalleled global upheaval. With an acute sense of urgency, Galloway dissects the complexities of a nation teetering on the edge of profound transformation. Through a compelling narrative enriched by an array of charts, he traces the lineage of current crises back to pivotal moments in history—from the enduring shadows of Jim Crow to the cataclysmic impacts of World War II and the 2008 financial meltdown. Galloway's analysis pierces through the chaos of today's world, laying bare the seismic shifts in politics, technology, and socio-economic landscapes that threaten the very fabric of American democracy and its middle class. At its heart, "Adrift" is a clarion call to understand the forces reshaping the American Dream, from the rise of Big Tech to the realities of job security in an era of unprecedented change. Galloway offers not just a diagnosis of our present predicament but also a vision for navigating the future. As America stands at yet another historic crossroads, akin to those of 1945 and 1980, "Adrift" questions what it will take for the nation to adapt and thrive amidst rapid and violent transformations. With insightful commentary on everything from online dating to minimum wage, Galloway crafts a narrative that is as thought-provoking as it is urgent, challenging us to ponder the legacy we wish to leave for the generations to come.