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The monograph examines the development of knowledge about the future, the specifics of futurological science and its relationship with politics, sectoral prognostic and futurological research, the role of research centres in this process, as well as the problems of civilisational transition from Modern to Postmodern and the defining trends of globalisation.

The achievements of the theory, methodology and practice of political forecasting, key prognostic ideas and their reflection in politics, methods, algorithm and directions of forecasting socio-political development and constructing reality are systematised.

For scientists, teachers and students of higher education institutions, politicians, civil servants and anyone interested in the future.