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The Precipice
Existential Risk and the Future of Humanity
by Toby Ord · 2020 · 480 pages
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About This Book
Toby Ord examines the risks that threaten the permanent destruction of humanity's long-term potential. He explores natural hazards and anthropogenic threats such as nuclear war, climate change, and advanced artificial intelligence, arguing that safeguarding the future is the central challenge of our time.
Book Details
Published
2020
Pages
480
Language
en
ISBN
9781526600219
Awards & Recognition
Financial Times Best Books of 2020Sunday Times Best Books of 2020Evening Standard Best Books of 2020
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Narrated by Toby Ord
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