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The Beginning of Infinity
by David Deutsch
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“We are not running out of resources. Sustainability is an emotional argument easily countered by history, physics and knowledge but it has become a virtue-signaling religion and people refuse to educate themselves. Read “The Beginning of Infinity,” rewrite your brain, and become…
“[David Deutsch's] books have inspired me more than anyone else’s, and i think hold a big clue about how we get from here to agi.
“This thought-provoking book explores the concept of infinite progress and the potential for humanity to solve its problems and achieve extraordinary things. It’s a call to action for those who believe in the power of human ingenuity.
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“It's about everything: art, science, philosophy, history, politics, evil, death, the future, infinity, bugs, thumbs, what have you.
“A remarkable argument for the power of knowledge—as not just a human capability but as a force that shapes the universe.
“A remarkable argument for the power of knowledge—as not just a human capability but as a force that shapes the universe.
“The Beginning of Infinity Explanations that Transform the World
“A provocative, imaginative exploration of the nature and progress of knowledge
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“David Deutsch explores the limitless potential of human knowledge and the power of explanations in 'The Beginning of Infinity.'
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“This 21st-century statement of the ideals of the Enlightenment offers fresh insight on a vast number of topics, including the workings of human cognition, the ways of science, and the drivers of progress
“books recommended by Dustin Moskovitz
“Top Books (2 or more mentions): [*The Beginning of Infinity: Explanations That Transform the World*] (David Deutsch)
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