Neil Howe

Neil Howe is an American historian, economist, and demographer who was born in 1951. He is most well-known for co-authoring the book "The Fourth Turning" with William Strauss, which was first published in 1997. Howe is also the co-founder of LifeCourse Associates, a consulting firm that helps businesses and organizations understand generational differences.

Howe's work is focused on generational analysis and how different generations shape society and culture. He has identified several distinct generations in American history, including the Baby Boomers, Generation X, and Millennials. According to Howe, each generation has unique characteristics that are shaped by the events and experiences they lived through.

In "The Fourth Turning," Howe and Strauss argue that American history can be divided into four distinct cycles, each lasting roughly 80 years. They call these cycles "turnings" and explain that each turning is characterized by a distinct mood or attitude that shapes society and culture. The fourth turning, according to the authors, is a time of crisis and upheaval, when the old order is swept away and a new one emerges.

Howe's work has been influential in understanding the changing demographics and cultural trends in America. He has also written several other books, including "Generations: The History of America's Future, 1584 to 2069" and "Millennials Rising: The Next Great Generation." Description by ChatGPT.