The Future of Humanity

Name: The Future of Humanity
Brand: Penguin Books Ltd
SKU: 9780141986067
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Terraforming Mars, Interstellar Travel, Immortality, and Our Destiny Beyond

By Michio Kaku

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In The Future of Humanity, Michio Kaku explores the possibilities of extending human civilisation beyond Earth. He delves into scientific advancements and space exploration, envisioning a future where humans colonise Mars, harness asteroids, and even travel to distant stars. The book offers a hopeful and fascinating look at humanity's potential evolution.
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This book may appeal to you if you are fascinated by space exploration, futuristic technology, and the possibilities of human life beyond Earth. Renowned physicist Michio Kaku delves into cutting-edge scientific advances that could make colonising other planets a reality, offering a captivating glimpse into what our future might hold.

The Future of Humanity

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The #1 bestselling author of The Future of the Mind brings us a stunning vision of our future in space.

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. Our technology might one day allow us to transcend our physical bodies entirely.

Kaku delves into practical challenges and solutions for interstellar travel and colonisation, discussing the energy requirements for propelling ships across the vast expanse of space and the potential for warp drives, wormholes, and quantum entanglement as modes of transportation. He also tackles the question of how to terraform planets, turning otherwise hostile environments into places where humans can thrive.

With irrepressible enthusiasm and wonder, Dr. Kaku takes readers on a fascinating journey to a future in which humanity could finally fulfill its long-awaited destiny among the stars—and perhaps even achieve immortality. As he unpacks the possibilities, he invites readers to not only imagine the wonders of space, but also to consider the profound philosophical and ethical implications of becoming an interplanetary species.

The Future of Humanity is an exhilarating exploration of the next great leap in human history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the future of space exploration, the potential of human innovation, and the boundless possibilities that lie ahead.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The Future of Humanity by Michio Kaku receives praise for its comprehensive and engaging exploration of space exploration's possibilities. Readers appreciate Kaku's ability to make complex scientific concepts accessible and fascinating. However, some reviewers note that the book can feel overly optimistic about the feasibility of some future technologies.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780141986067

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 April 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 269g

Pages: 368

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About the Author

Michio Kaku is a professor of physics at the City University of New York, cofounder of string field theory, and the author of several widely acclaimed science books, including Hyperspace, Beyond Einstein, Physics of the Impossible, and Physics of the Future.