The Skeptics' Guide to the Future by Steven Novella Paperback Book

Description: The Skeptics' Guide to the Future by Steven Novella From the bestselling authors and hosts of The Skeptics Guide to the Universe a high-tech roadmap of the future in their beloved voice, cracking open both the follies of futurists past and how technology will profoundly change our world moving forward. FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description OUT NOW: the new book from the bestselling authors and hosts of the wildy popular The Skeptics Guide to the Universe__________Our predictions of the future are a wild fantasy, inextricably linked to our present hopes and fears, biases and ignorance. Whether they be the outlandish leaps predicted in the 1920s, like multi-purpose utility belts with climate control capabilities and planes the size of luxury cruise ships, or the forecasts of the 60s, which didnt anticipate the sexual revolution or womens liberation, the path to the present is littered with failed predictions and incorrect estimations.The best we can do is try to absorb from futurisms checkered past, perhaps learning to do a little better.In The Skeptics Guide To The Future, Steven Novella and his co-authors build upon the work of futurists of the past by examining what they got right, what they got wrong, and how they came to those conclusions. By exploring the pitfalls of each era, they give their own speculations about the distant future, transformed by unbelievable technology ranging from genetic manipulation to artificial intelligence and quantum computing. Applying their trademark skepticism, they carefully extrapolate upon each scientific development, leaving no stone unturned as they lay out a vision for the future of tomorrow.__________ Author Biography Dr. Steven Novella, host and producer of the popular podcast Skeptics Guide to the Universe, is an internationally recognized science educator. He brings his academic credentials and long history as a dynamic speaker and educator to the show. Dr. Novella is an academic clinical neurologist at Yale University School of Medicine, where he is known for his dedication to excellence in teaching. When not podcasting, he also authors the popular and award-winning NeuroLogica blog, is senior editor of Science-Based Medicine, and makes regular appearances on radio, podcasts, and tv promoting science. He is also the author of two courses for The Great Courses on medical myths and critical thinking.He is joined by his co-writers, Bob Novella, Cara Santa Maria, Jay Novella, and Evan Bernstein, each of whom bring their own personality and knowledge to the show and this book. Together they create a dynamic and engaging group of friends who like discussing cutting-edge science, philosophy, and controversial topics. Details ISBN139970673X Author Steven Novella Pages 432 Publisher Hodder & Stoughton Year 2023 ISBN-10 139970673X ISBN-13 9781399706735 Publication Date 2023-09-28 UK Release Date 2023-09-28 Format Paperback Imprint Hodder Paperback Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 303.49 Audience Tertiary & Higher Education NZ Release Date 2023-12-26 AU Release Date 2023-12-26 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:158099891;

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