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This chapter is the Author's Note for 'The Yiddish Policemen's Union' by Michael Chabon, expressing gratitude to numerous individuals, institutions, and resources that contributed to the creation of the novel. It acknowledges a wide range of influences, from personal contacts and libraries to specialized texts on Yiddish language, chess, and cultural studies, highlighting the extensive research and collaborative effort behind the work.

This chapter primarily serves as the front matter and acknowledgements section of John McHale's 'The Future of the Future,' providing publication details, copyright information, and an extensive list of sources and contributors whose works influenced the book. It highlights a broad interdisciplinary foundation, referencing works from sociology, technology, political science, and futurism, illustrating the book's comprehensive approach to studying future-oriented thought. The chapter underscores the collaborative and scholarly context in which the book was produced, situating it within a network of contemporary intellectual discourse on technology, society, and prediction.

This chapter serves as the copyright and acknowledgments section for Jerry Mander's 'Four Arguments for the Elimination of Television.' It lists the various sources and permissions obtained for excerpts included in the book, highlighting the interdisciplinary nature of the research, which spans psychology, biology, media studies, and journalism. The section also outlines the legal restrictions on reproducing or distributing the text, emphasizing the proprietary nature of the work.