This Handbook is a rich orientation to the fundamental questions of Futures Studies. These questions are not easy by their nature and answering them often takes us into deep waters. I am convinced that the book will provide fascinating ideas and perspectives for anyone with a serious academic interest in Futures Studies. -- Markku Wilenius, University of Turku, Finland There is nothing more important than for a study field to reflect upon itself. Poli assembles a tour de force of contemporary Futures Studies scholars in a bold effort to describe and excavate this evolving field of knowledge, practice and commentary in all its variety. A useful introspection and an important read. -- Geci Karuri-Sebina, University of Witwatersrand, South Africa Futures Studies support wiser decision-making about the future in the present day. This Handbook is hugely welcome because it compellingly redefines the field. Diverse chapters illustrate what Futures Studies can offer to decision-makers who face unprecedented local-to-global challenges and accelerating change. I strongly recommend it to you. -- Gerald Midgley, University of Hull, UK, University of Birmingham, UK and Linnaeus University, Sweden Polis Handbook correctly identifies the terminological and disciplinary confusion associated with the field of Futures Studies. Of particular note is how the Handbook amalgamates Futures Studies as a field of enquiry, captures its relevance to other disciplines and, more importantly, demonstrates its utility in addressing contemporary issues. It is with a deep sense of relief and congratulations that I welcome the publication of this seminal work. -- Luke van der Laan, University of Southern Queensland, Australia As a provocative attempt to reconcile Anticipatory Systems with a broad array of contemporary Futures thinking and practice, this book is sure to inspire and challenge. It will be welcomed by theorists and practitioners alike who appreciate the value of multiple perspectives that inform and enable the continuing evolution of their discipline. -- Richard Slaughter, Foresight International, Australia This is an engagingly written and insightful book. A must read for any scholar taking on the role of editing an academic journal or with an interest in better understanding how the editorial, manuscript management and review processes of journals work and how they are affected by new technological developments. -- Jennifer Frost and Warwick Frost, La Trobe University, Australia
