The Next 500 Years

Explore the profound implications of humanity's future with 'The Next 500 Years' by Christopher Mason. This groundbreaking book presents a compelling argument that human survival hinges on our moral obligation to colonize other planets and solar systems. As Earth faces inevitable challenges—from climate change and potential wars to the distant death of the sun—Mason emphasizes the urgency for us to seek out new worlds. This essential read challenges readers to reconsider not just our technological advancements, but also our ethical responsibilities as stewards of life. Mason outlines a visionary 500-year plan aimed at reengineering biology, empowering humankind to inhabit and thrive on other celestial bodies sustainably. With 296 pages of thought-provoking insights from a leading voice in the field, this book caters to both avid science fiction fans and serious ecological advocates alike. Perfect for those interested in planetary exploration, sustainability, and the future of human life, 'The Next 500 Years' is not just a prediction but a call to action. The hardcover edition, released in 2021, is brand new and ready to inspire a sense of urgency about our place in the universe. Enjoy FREE shipping on your order—a small step towards embracing the knowledge we need for a sustainable future.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780262044400
Format: Paper over boards
Year: 2021
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE US
Pages: 296


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An argument that we have a moral duty to explore other planets and solar systems--because human life on Earth has an expiration date.

Inevitably, life on Earth will come to an end, whether by climate disaster, cataclysmic war, or the death of the sun in a few billion years. To avoid extinction, we will have to find a new home planet, perhaps even a new solar system, to inhabit. In this provocative and fascinating book, Christopher Mason argues that we have a moral duty to do just that. As the only species aware that life on Earth has an expiration date, we have a responsibility to act as the shepherd of life-forms--not only for our species but for all species on which we depend and for those still to come (by accidental or designed evolution). Mason argues that the same capacity for ingenuity that has enabled us to build rockets and land on other planets can be applied to redesigning biology so that we can sustainably inhabit those planets. And he lays out a 500-year plan for undertaking the massively ambitious project of reengine

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