The Decline of Social Capital in Modern America: Bowling Alone

Chapter 1:what is Bowling Alone book about<br> <br> "Bowling Alone: The Collapse and Revival of American Community" is a book written by Robert D. Putnam, a social scientist. Published in 2000, it explores the decline of social capital and civic engagement in the United States. <br> <br> Putnam's main argument in the book is that Americans were becoming increasingly disconnected from their community and social institutions, leading to a decline in social trust, civic participation, and overall social cohesion. He uses the metaphor of bowling alone to illustrate this concept, highlighting that while the number of people interested in bowling h...