The Fate of the Species: Why the Human Race May Cause Its Own Extinction and How We Can Stop It

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Fred Guterl

The Fate of the Species

Why the Human Race May Cause Its Own Extinction and How We Can Stop It

Fred Guterl

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Bloomsbury Publishing
01 July 2013

Mathematics & Sciences; Endangered species & extinction of species; Inventions & inventors

For all the pessimistic talk about the apocalypse, we still really don't know what humanity's future will ultimately look like. Where will our sea levels be? Will avian flu wipe us off the planet? Will computer viruses throw us into darkness and chaos? In this imaginative, gripping book, Fred Guterl, the executive editor of Scientific American, explores six looming scenarios in vivid detail--the way they might really happen. And along the way produces a portrait of where we are today, where we can be with the right effort, and where we might wind up if we're not careful.

We find ourselves in a trap: Technology got us into this mess, and it's also the only thing that can help us survive it. Guterl's riveting book is a grand and necessary thought experiment, not merely a scary story, but a fresh perspective on the world we're remaking, which rings a note of optimism about what we're capable of.

By: Fred Guterl
Imprint: Bloomsbury Publishing
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 210mm, Width: 140mm, Spine: 15mm
Weight: 296g
ISBN: 9781608192601
ISBN 10: 1608192601
Pages: 224
Publication Date: 01 July 2013
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Fred Guterl is an award-winning journalist and executive editor of Scientific American. He worked for ten years at Newsweek, most recently as deputy editor, covering the most important trends in science, technology, and international affairs. He has also appeared on CNN, Charlie Rose, the Today Show, and on other television programs to discuss popular issues in science. Guterl holds a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from the University of Rochester, and has taught science writing at Princeton University. He lives in the New York City area with his wife and two children.

Reviews for The Fate of the Species: Why the Human Race May Cause Its Own Extinction and How We Can Stop It

This is a short book, and Guterl seems like he's in a hurry-the world is ending, after all. You wish he wasn't, which is a testament to how engaging this brief volume is. Daily Beast Guterl assumes the role of unapologetic pessimist well, walking us through a series of potential catastrophes in neat and punchy prose. It is compelling and unnerving reading. New Scientist An important, awe-inspiring book. This is a straight-from-the-shoulder assessment of the future of a humankind trapped by its own technological prowess. The Fate of the Species is written by a master of his craft with provocative, thoughtful elegance. Brian Fagan Guterl has written 'How We Die' for the human species. From reverse genetics that creates a deadly flu virus to climate change that kills the Asian monsoons, his scenarios are so fascinating and compelling you almost forget what's at stake. Almost. Sharon Begley