Technology & Science
Homo Deus
Yuval Noah Harari
In Homo Deus, Yuval Noah Harari examines what might happen to the world when old dreams like immortality, happiness and divinity come true. What will become of Homo sapiens if we are upgraded to Homo deus?
How Bad Are Bananas?
Mike Berners-Lee
Explore the carbon footprint of everyday items and activities in this eye-opening guide. From bananas to flights, discover the environmental impact of your choices and gain a 'carbon instinct' to make more sustainable decisions.
How We Got to Now
Steven Johnson
A fascinating exploration of the interconnectedness of innovation, revealing how seemingly disparate inventions have shaped the modern world. From the humble glass lens to the far-reaching impact of air conditioning, discover the surprising chains of influence that have transformed society and our daily lives.
How We Learn
Stanislas Dehaene
Explore the fascinating science of learning and discover how our brains acquire knowledge, adapt to new information, and master new skills. Delve into the four pillars of learning and uncover the secrets to unlocking your brain's full potential.
How to Avoid a Climate Disaster
Bill Gates
Bill Gates lays out a vision and concrete steps for how the world can avoid a climate disaster, offering both solutions we have today and breakthroughs we need, while also addressing the political and economic challenges.
Lifespan
David A. Sinclair
A groundbreaking and provocative exploration of the science of aging, and how we can slow or even reverse the aging process to live longer, healthier lives. Drawing on decades of research, this book challenges conventional wisdom and offers a bold vision for the future of humanity.
How to Speak Machine
John Maeda
Explore the world of computation and its impact on design and our everyday lives. This book simplifies complex technical concepts, offering a tour through the minds and cultures of computing machines, and reveals how computation is transforming the design of products and services.
Human Compatible
Stuart Russell
A thought-provoking exploration of the past, present, and potentially perilous future of Artificial Intelligence, examining the risks of creating machines more intelligent than humans and proposing a new approach to ensure AI remains beneficial to humanity.