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02702nam a22003017a 4500 |
| 003 - CONTROL NUMBER IDENTIFIER |
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JGU |
| 005 - DATE AND TIME OF LATEST TRANSACTION |
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20240522151710.0 |
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| 020 ## - INTERNATIONAL STANDARD BOOK NUMBER |
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| International Standard Book Number |
9780691180441 |
| Qualifying information |
(hbk.) |
| 040 ## - CATALOGING SOURCE |
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| Language of cataloging |
eng |
| Transcribing agency |
JGU |
| 082 04 - DEWEY DECIMAL CLASSIFICATION NUMBER |
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| Classification number |
303.483 |
| Edition number |
23 |
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RE-O |
| 100 1# - MAIN ENTRY--PERSONAL NAME |
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| Personal name |
Rees, Martin |
| Relator term |
author. |
| 9 (RLIN) |
1662469 |
| 245 10 - TITLE STATEMENT |
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| Title |
On the future : |
| Remainder of title |
prospects for humanity / |
| Statement of responsibility, etc |
Martin Rees, with a new preface by the author. |
| 250 ## - EDITION STATEMENT |
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| Edition statement |
new paperback edition |
| 300 ## - PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION |
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| Extent |
xviii, 256 pages ; |
| Dimensions |
19 cm |
| 504 ## - BIBLIOGRAPHY, ETC. NOTE |
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| Bibliography, etc |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| 505 0# - FORMATTED CONTENTS NOTE |
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| Formatted contents note |
Deep in the Anthropocene -- Humanity's future on Earth -- Humanity in a cosmic perspective -- The limits and future of science -- Conclusions. |
| 520 ## - SUMMARY, ETC. |
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| Summary, etc |
"Humanity has reached a critical moment. Our world is unsettled and rapidly changing, and we face existential risks over the next century. Various outcomes--good and bad--are possible. Yet our approach to the future is characterized by short-term thinking, polarizing debates, alarmist rhetoric, and pessimism. In this short, exhilarating book, renowned scientist and bestselling author Martin Rees argues that humanity's prospects depend on our taking a very different approach to planning for tomorrow. The future of humanity is bound to the future of science and hinges on how successfully we harness technological advances to address our challenges. If we are to use science to solve our problems while avoiding its dystopian risks, we must think rationally, globally, collectively, and optimistically about the long term. Advances in biotechnology, cybertechnology, robotics, and artificial intelligence--if pursued and applied wisely--could empower us to boost the developing and developed world and overcome the threats humanity faces on Earth, from climate change to nuclear war. At the same time, further advances in space science will allow humans to explore the solar system and beyond with robots and AI. But there is no "Plan B" for Earth--no viable alternative within reach if we do not care for our home planet. Rich with fascinating insights into cutting-edge science and technology, this accessible book will captivate anyone who wants to understand the critical issues that will define the future of humanity on Earth and beyond."-- Provided by publisher. |
| 650 #0 - SUBJECT ADDED ENTRY--TOPICAL TERM |
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| Topical term or geographic name as entry element |
Technology |
| General subdivision |
Social aspects. |
| 650 #0 - SUBJECT ADDED ENTRY--TOPICAL TERM |
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| Topical term or geographic name as entry element |
Science |
| General subdivision |
Social aspects. |
| 9 (RLIN) |
51126 |
| 650 #0 - SUBJECT ADDED ENTRY--TOPICAL TERM |
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| Topical term or geographic name as entry element |
Social prediction. |
| 9 (RLIN) |
38386 |
| 650 #6 - SUBJECT ADDED ENTRY--TOPICAL TERM |
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| Topical term or geographic name as entry element |
Sciences |
| General subdivision |
Aspect social. |
| 9 (RLIN) |
871235 |
| 650 #6 - SUBJECT ADDED ENTRY--TOPICAL TERM |
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| Topical term or geographic name as entry element |
Prévision sociale. |
| 9 (RLIN) |
871284 |
| 650 #7 - SUBJECT ADDED ENTRY--TOPICAL TERM |
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| Topical term or geographic name as entry element |
Science |
| General subdivision |
Social aspects. |
| Source of heading or term |
fast |
| 9 (RLIN) |
51126 |
| 650 #7 - SUBJECT ADDED ENTRY--TOPICAL TERM |
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| Topical term or geographic name as entry element |
Social prediction. |
| Source of heading or term |
fast |
| 9 (RLIN) |
38386 |
| 650 #7 - SUBJECT ADDED ENTRY--TOPICAL TERM |
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| Topical term or geographic name as entry element |
Technology |
| General subdivision |
Social aspects. |
| Source of heading or term |
fast |
| 942 ## - ADDED ENTRY ELEMENTS (KOHA) |
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| Source of classification or shelving scheme |
Dewey Decimal Classification |
| Koha item type |
Print |
