Summary:
The book presents the idea that an excess of any good thing can lead to negative consequences, a phenomenon the author terms "Hormegeddon." It explores various historical and contemporary examples, from economics to ecology, to illustrate how overabundance can lead to systemic collapse or disaster.
Key points:
1. Law of Diminishing Returns: Bonner's "Hormegeddon" suggests that too much of a good thing eventually turns bad, affecting economics, policy, and social programs.
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