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The Future of Humanity

Terraforming Mars, Interstellar Travel, Immortality, and Our Destiny Beyond

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The Future of Humanity

By: Michio Kaku
Narrated by: Feodor Chin
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Penguin presents the audiobook edition of The Future of Humanity by Michio Kaku, read by Feodor Chin.

Human civilisation is on the verge of spreading beyond Earth. More than a possibility, it is becoming a necessity: whether our hand is forced by climate change and resource depletion or whether future catastrophes compel us to abandon Earth, one day we will make our homes among the stars.

World-renowned physicist and futurist Michio Kaku explores in rich, accessible detail how humanity might gradually develop a sustainable civilisation in outer space. With his trademark storytelling verve, Kaku shows us how science fiction is becoming reality: mind-boggling developments in robotics, nanotechnology and biotechnology could enable us to build habitable cities on Mars; nearby stars might be reached by microscopic spaceships sailing through space on laser beams; and technology might one day allow us to transcend our physical bodies entirely.

With irrepressible enthusiasm and wonder, Dr. Kaku takes listeners on a fascinating journey to a future in which humanity could finally fulfil its long-awaited destiny among the stars - and perhaps even achieve immortality.

©2018 Michio Kaku (P)2018 Penguin Audio Astronomy Astronomy & Space Science Cosmology Environment Future Studies Science Social Sciences Science Fiction Robotics Interstellar Solar System Genetics Mars Black Hole String Theory

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In this book Michio Kaku shares his thoughts on the challenges of terraforming other planets and why we should do it.

A physics book with some new info.

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descriptive for anyone of any level to take in, covers a all the subjects logically and in depth with enough explination so the listener is not left behind

excellent!

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This is an good book! Michio Kaku takes a complex idea and makes it readable, Recommended!

Space Odyssey

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I enjoyed the book, allot of interesting concepts, ending is the best in regards to the future of space and the universe

Very interesting ideas which feel like probable possibilities for the species

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A genuinely fascinating book although the second half came across to me as predominantly an exploration of elements of the various different theories of physics. Interesting but as a beginner quite hard work.

The writing style is rather repetitive with a similar approach to quoting third-parties used over and over.

What the book really lacks is a good edit, if recompiled it could be substantially more concise and compelling.

Very clearly enunciated narration, if a little flat. I suspect this is purely a matter of personal taste.

Quite hard work at times, especially in the second half although was a great book to address insomnia. I don’t mean that in a pejorative way, the complexity of the issues discussed clear the mind to make sleep easier. I also found that by listening to the same content again when commuting the following morning I had a clearer recall and understanding.

My first experience using Audible so some of the above may be down my inexperience with the medium. That said I found it a great way to get into a complex topic so it certainly won’t be my last audiobook.

Fascinating but could probably be half the length & just as informative

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a brilliant captivating book the describes our collective history and our potential future based on scientific analysis and discovery. A deeply thought provoking and optimistic vision of what humanity can achieve together.

An excellent science based vision of the future

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I enjoyed this audiobook & learned a few new things. Gives glimpses & insights to up & coming scientific & technological developments.

Thought Provoking. Some Paradigm Shifting Concepts

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Amazing book gripped me so much I couldn't stop. Listening all in all I will be listening again.

Amazing

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Very interesting and intriguing scientific speculation on the ultimate future of humanity. A worthwhile listen if this is an area of interest for yo. The narration is generally very good despite the odd annoying Americanism of the language.

Worth your time and d money.

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A wealth if information to absorb. Agreed with lots, and not with some, but glad so read and understood.

Great read

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