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    The Transhumanist Wager by Zoltan Istvan
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    The Transhumanist Wager by Zoltan Istvan is a philosophical science fiction novel set in a near future Earth where transhumanism faces opposition from governments and religious entities. The story follows the protagonist, Jethro Knights, a brilliant transhumanist who embarks on a journey to accelerate innovation and global revolution while facing ideological and political conflicts with the establishment.

    The novel explores themes of technological advancements, human evolution through enhancements, and the pursuit of immortality. It delves into the philosophical aspects of transhumanism, challenging traditional beliefs and moral concepts, while presenting a gripping narrative filled with action, tragedy, and thought-provoking ideas.

    His life was about to end. A seventy-foot wall of shifting blue with a million tons of water was veering down on him. It was the largest wave of the hurricane—what scientists and sea captains call a r...

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    To be a machine by Mark O'Connell
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    'To be a Machine' by Mark O'Connell delves into the world of transhumanism, exploring the concept of overcoming human mortality through technology. The book provides a comprehensive overview of various aspects of transhumanism, from implants to brain emulation, and discusses key figures in the field. O'Connell's writing style is described as humorous and insightful, offering a unique perspective on a topic that is often misunderstood or sensationalized.

    ALL STORIES BEGIN in our endings: we invent them because we die. As long as we have been telling stories, we have been telling them about the desire to escape our human bodies, to become something oth...

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    Accelerando
    Book 3 in the series:Eschaton

    Accelerando - Eschaton by Charles Stross
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    'Accelerando' by Charles Stross is a mind-bending journey through the concept of the Singularity, exploring a future where humanity evolves alongside advanced technologies. The book weaves together multiple generations of the Macx family as they navigate the consequences of rapid technological change, pushing the boundaries of what it means to be human. Stross presents a dense narrative filled with futuristic ideas such as posthumanism, artificial intelligence, and societal transformations, creating a complex and thought-provoking exploration of the potential future of humanity.

    The writing style of 'Accelerando' has been described as dense, filled with jargon, pseudo-physics, and sci-fi cliches that challenge readers to keep up with the rapid pace of technological advancements presented in the story. Stross blends elements of space opera with down-to-earth societal issues, creating a unique reading experience that balances between futuristic concepts and relatable human dilemmas.

    Three years later, Manfred is on the run. His gray-eyed fate is in hot pursuit, blundering after him through divorce court, chat room, and meetings of the International Monetary Emergency Fund. It's a...

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    The Age of Spiritual Machines by Ray Kurzweil
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    'The Age of Spiritual Machines' by Ray Kurzweil discusses the future of artificial intelligence and intelligent machines, predicting a world where intelligence surpasses human capabilities. Kurzweil presents a vision of a future where humans and machines coexist, with the potential for human minds to migrate into machines and lead more expansive lives within this new medium. The author explores the social, ethical, and technological implications of this future, emphasizing the explosive growth of machine intelligence and the potential for a new era of evolution driven by beings with unimaginable levels of intelligence.

    The mechanism to peel off copies of the DNA code consists of other special machines: organic molecules called enzymes, which split each base pair and then assemble two identical DNA molecules by remat...

  5. 'How to Create a Mind: The Secret of Human Thought Revealed' by Ray Kurzweil delves into the secrets of human brains and explores the possibilities of reproducing human thought through Artificial Intelligence. Kurzweil argues that memories are stored as sequences of patterns, emphasizing the brain's core capability of recognizing patterns over processing logic. The book discusses the hierarchical organization of the neocortex and projects the construction of artificial equivalents of human brains with emotions and consciousness. Kurzweil also touches upon the evolution of the human brain, the structure of the neocortex, and the potential for machines to surpass human intelligence.

    The writing style of the book is described as thought-provoking and intellectually stimulating, challenging readers to think deeply about the nature of human thought and the future of Artificial Intelligence. Kurzweil's theories on thinking, pattern recognition, and the architecture of the brain are presented in a detailed and informative manner, drawing from his vast knowledge in computing and technology. The book also explores philosophical concepts, the divide between Western and Eastern worldviews on faith, and the potential implications of AI advancements on society.

    With the description of a molecule that could code the program of biology, a unifying theory of biology was now firmly in place. It provided a simple and elegant foundation to all of life. Depending o...

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    The Cannibal Within by Mark Mirabello
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    'The Cannibal Within' by Mark Mirabello is a horror novella that delves into the existential crisis of mankind, portraying humans as livestock for superior beings living beneath the earth. The plot revolves around a young woman who, after a series of horrific events involving satanic rituals and transhumans, documents her ordeal in a manuscript that challenges the traditional beliefs about humanity's place in the world. The writing style of the book is described as shocking, avant-garde, and decadent, combining elements of alternative religions, cults, and gore to create a weird and wonderful narrative.


  7. 'Great Mambo Chicken And The Transhuman Condition: Science Slightly Over The Edge' by author Ed Regis is a collection of short pieces that explores the realm of transhuman thinking and hubristic technological advancements. The author delves into topics such as manipulating matter to create paradise, downloadable brains, exchangeable bodies, cryogenic time outs, and other outlandish ideas proposed by techno nerds. Regis uses humor and wit to highlight the incredulity surrounding these transhuman concepts, while also reflecting on the advancements in robotics and the exponential progress in technology since the book was published twenty-one years ago.


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    Diaspora by Greg Egan
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    'Diaspora' by Greg Egan explores a future where humanity has evolved into various post-human entities, such as robots, digital humans, and software societies, following an astronomical disaster that renders Earth uninhabitable. The story delves into complex themes like transhumanism, parallel universes, and the implications of individual autonomy in virtual reality. The writing style is described as heavy on scientific concepts, particularly in areas like particle physics and multi-dimensional mathematics, which may be challenging for some readers but ultimately contributes to a mind-blowing exploration of cosmic cataclysms and existential questions.

    The conceptory was non-sentient software, as ancient as Konishi polis itself. Its main purpose was to enable the citizens of the polis to create offspring: a child of one parent, or two, or twenty – f...

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    The Golden Age
    Book 1 in the series:Golden Oecumene

    The Golden Age - Golden Oecumene by John C. Wright
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    The Golden Age by John C. Wright is a far-future sci-fi novel set in the Golden Oecumene, a utopian society 10,000 years into the future. The story follows Phaethon, a character who discovers gaps in his memory and embarks on a quest to uncover his true identity, all while navigating a complex society filled with immortal humans, artificial intelligence, and post-humans. The book is praised for its intricate plot, detailed world-building, and exploration of themes such as memory, identity, and the consequences of a stagnant civilization.

    He wandered far, to a place he had not seen before. Beyond the gardens, in an isolated dell, he entered a grove of silver-crowned trees. He paced slowly through the grove, hands clasped behind his bac...

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    Implied Spaces by Walter Jon Williams
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    'Implied Spaces' by Walter Jon Williams is set in a far future where humanity has colonized many planets and created pocket universes attached to artificial intelligences. The protagonist, Aristide, a retired computer scientist turned adventurer, finds himself in the midst of a plot to undermine civilization. The story unfolds with elements of intrigue, investigation, and massive super science war, exploring themes of human condition and utopian societies. The writing style is engaging, with believable world-building and a plot filled with twists and surprises that logically progress from one event to the next.

    With long strides the swordsman walked across the desert. Gravel crunched beneath his sturdy leather boots. His eyes were dark, his nose a blade. He wore robes, very dusty, and a flowing headdress, al...

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