Dr. James Martin, author The Meaning of the 21st Century

James Martin is, according to his bio on the The James Martin 21st Century School at Oxford University web site:

"…founder and chairman emeritus of Headstrong, a global consultancy that helps leading companies worldwide create real business values from digital technologies.

"Known as 'the Guru of the Information Age' he is widely recognised as an authority on the social and commercial ramifications of computers and technology….

"In 1977, his book The Wired Society: A Challenge for Tomorrow, which is based on his predictions and progressive views about technology, received a Pulitzer Prize nomination….

"His next book, The Meaning of the 21st Century: Transformation and Survival, is to be published by Riverhead/Penguin. It is currently being filmed for American Public Broadcasting.

"The very generous support that has made the 21st Century School a reality is his second major benefaction to the University of Oxford. It builds on the work of the James Martin Institute for Science and Civilization, which has already established itself as an influential force."