This Idea Must Die: Scientific Theories That Are Blocking Progress John Brockman
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What Should We Be Worried About?: Real Scenarios That Keep Scientists Up at Night
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4.2
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- 13H 52min
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- English
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Non-fiction
John Brockman, editor of This Will Make You Smarter, presents his latest thought-provoking book, featuring insights from leading thinkers such as Steven Pinker, Lisa Randall, Matt Ridley, and Daniel C. Dennett.
© 2014 Tantor Media (Audiobook): 9781452689159
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Audiobook: February 19, 2014
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