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What happens when one of science fiction’s most audacious minds turns his full attention to the real world?
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- The History of Science: A brilliant analysis of the epic rivalry between Sir Isaac Newton and Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz, and how their metaphysical clash shaped the modern world.- Telecommunications Infrastructure: A legendary, globe-spanning piece of journalism that follows the laying of the longest wire on Earth, revealing the hidden backbone of our connected world.- Innovation and the Future: A provocative look at why we've stopped making big things happen, from the decline of the space program to our collective failure to solve our energy problems.- The World of Science Fiction: A candid inside look at the divide between "literary" and "genre" fiction, and why SF authors don't always get the respect they deserve.
Product details
Number of Pages:
336
Release Date:
2012-08-07
Publication Date:
2012-08-07
Publisher:
HarperCollins
Languages:
Original:
English
ISBN10:
0062024434
ISBN13:
9780062024435
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
Weight:
540 g
Height:
164 cm
Width:
242 cm
Thickness:
35 cm
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The items bear minimal signs of past use, such as light scratches or memories in the form of markings. These signs of wear give the items a charming character and tell stories of their previous owners, while not affecting their functionality.
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