History & Culture

Nick Bostrom lays the foundation for understanding the future of humanity and intelligent life....

The #1 New York Times bestseller from David McCullough, two-time winner of the Pulitzer Prize—the dramatic story-behind-the-story about the courageous brothers who taught the world how to fly—Wilbur and Orville Wright. On a winter day in 1903, in the Outer Banks of North Carolina, two...

Gene Kranz was present at the creation of America's manned space program and was a key player in it for three decades. As a flight director in NASA's Mission Control, Kranz witnessed firsthand the making of history. He participated in the space program from the early days of the Mercury program...

In The Next Renaissance, acclaimed AI advisor Zack Kass presents an optimistic and compelling vision of how artificial intelligence will shape our lives. Drawing on historical context, cutting-edge advancements, and firsthand experience, Kass lays out how AI will become a collaborative partner...

A jaw-dropping exploration of everything that goes wrong when we build AI systems and the movement to fix them. Today’s “machine-learning” systems, trained by data, are so effective that we’ve invited them to see and hear for us―and to make decisions on our behalf. But alarm bells are...

Agentic AI is the next big leap in artificial intelligence. Agentic systems don't just respond to commands. They set goals, make decisions, and take initiative without direct human interaction. Sound like a lot to wrap your head around? Fortunately Agentic AI For Dummies is here to help you gain...

When a billion-dollar electric car startup crashed and burned, global investors and average car buyers alike asked: What happened?

This audiobook narrated by Landon Woodson reveals what you need to know about AI—and how to defend yourself against bogus AI claims and products Comes with a bonus track featuring an illuminating discussion by Arvind Narayanan and Sayash Kapoor Includes a new preface and epilogue by the...

Habits form us more than we form them. The modern world is a machine of 1,000 invisible habits, forming us into anxious, busy, and depressed people. We yearn for the freedom and peace of the gospel but remain addicted to our technology, shackled by our screens, and exhausted by our routines...

2015 Audie Award Finalist for Nonfiction Following his blockbuster biography of Steve Jobs, Walter Isaacson’s New York Times bestselling and critically acclaimed The Innovators is a “riveting, propulsive, and at times deeply moving” (The Atlantic) story of the people who created the...

Jem Bendell argues that reclaiming our freedoms is essential to soften the fall and regenerate the natural world. Escaping the efforts of panicking elites, we can advance an ecolibertarian agenda for both politics and practical action in a broken world....

An inside view of the AI revolution, from the people and companies making it happen. How did we build large language models? How do they think, if they think? What will the world look like if we have billions of AIs that are as smart as humans, or even smarter?

Based on hundreds of interviews with current and former Uber employees, along with previously unpublished documents, Super Pumped is a pause-resisting story of ambition and deception, obscene wealth, and bad behavior....

A top cybersecurity journalist tells the story behind the virus that sabotaged Iran’s nuclear efforts and shows how its existence has ushered in a new age of warfare—one in which a digital attack can have the same destructive capability as a megaton bomb. “Immensely enjoyable...

Smart Phone Dumb Phone rewires our relationship to technology. By unravelling the brainwashing process behind our addictive behaviour, we are freed from dependence and can reassert control over our time and productivity....

Audio Bonus! Includes exclusive conversations with the authors! From the New York Times bestselling authors of Abundance and Bold comes a practical playbook for the future of technology and technological convergence in our modern era. In their book Abundance, bestselling authors and futurists...

Digital technology threatens to tear free and open societies apart through polarization, inequality, and loneliness. But in the decade since the weeks-long occupation of their parliament, a diverse island of resilience has shown another way is possible.

AI isn't coming to education. It's already here. And most schools are still reacting instead of leading.

With nearly two decades of experience as a serial entrepreneur, author, and investor, Rob Walling is one of the world's leading experts in SaaS. In this audiobook, he shares little-known strategies that have been battle-tested by some of today's most successful founders....

Over the last 220 years, society has evolved a universal belief that electricity is "safe" for humanity and the planet. Scientist and journalist Arthur Firstenberg disrupts this conviction by telling the story of electricity in a way it has never been told before....

Slate, "25 Best Crime Books, Podcasts, and Documentaries of All Time" Vanity Fair’s “Books We Can't Stop Thinking About” Carnegie Medal Nonfiction Longlist 2023 The Washington Post Best Non-Fiction Books of 2022 Publishers Weekly Best Books 2022 Kirkus Best Non-Fiction Books of 2022 Slate...

Instant New York Times and USA Today Bestseller. Tech visionary and co-founder of Manas AI Reid Hoffman shares his unique insider’s perspective on an AI-powered future, making the case for its potential to unlock a world of possibilities. "An essential companion."—Fei-Fei Li "An important...

Longlisted for the Financial Times Business Book of the Year The "rich and gripping" true story of the first time machines came for human jobs—and how the Luddite uprising explains the power, threat, and toll of big tech and AI today (Naomi Klein) The most urgent story in modern tech begins...

Getting to the good solutions of complex management challenges can make the difference between fulfillment and frustration for teams, and, ultimately, the success or failure of companies....

Ignition! is the inside story of the Cold War era search for a rocket propellant which could be trusted to take man into space. A favorite of Tesla and SpaceX founder Elon Musk, listeners will want to tune into this "really good book on rocket[s]," available for the first time in audio. Ignition!...

Humanity in the age of AI How will we be changed by the rise of artificial intelligence? In this scintillating essay, Anna Goldsworthy argues that AI is a rupture that makes us confront what it is to be human – what we do, and want. As it learns human ways, AI raises big questions about work, leisure and education. It brings new existential, social and ethical risks. Above all, it invites us to consider what is irreplaceable in us, starting with the body and the friction of others. The God We Made is a brilliant inquiry into identity and a transformed future.

Experience the world's most promising technological innovations and the science behind them in this entertaining photo-rich book. For futurists and sci-tech enthusiasts, every moment reveals advances powering our future, with on-site interviews, deep explainers, and helpful visuals.

Humachine Era by Professor Madee Salehi offers a compelling exploration of how artificial intelligence is reshaping the very fabric of society. Drawing on his unique background in sociology, computer science, computer engineering, and AI, Salehi examines the profound transformation underway across our most essential institutions, work, education, politics, and everyday life.

The inside story of how Big Tech catalyzed, co-opted, and ultimately came to capture computer science and AI education in America. Fourth graders doing Google-branded coding lessons. Amazon schooling seventh graders on its warehouse robots. Advanced Placement computing courses from Microsoft and...

AI changed the speed of product development. It did not change the speed of research. Design generates options in hours. Engineering ships in days. By the time a traditional study lands, the decision is already made. Research keeps getting bypassed, not because the work is bad, but because the operating model was built for a tempo that no longer exists.

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. The spreadsheet let accountants model their finances without a programmer, and the smartphone put a capable computer in nearly every pocket. Now artificial intelligence is quietly performing another shift, and most people still type a question, read an...

The ChatGPT-5 Millionaire is a practical guide to using AI to build, automate, and scale an online business with less time and effort. Learn how to turn ideas into income, create digital products, build recurring revenue streams, use affiliate marketing and e-commerce automation, and develop a powerful digital marketing strategy with ChatGPT-5.

“Lepore is our best scholar of the culture of governance. … Here she repudiates the prospect of AI as a replacement for democracy. This is the issue of our times … Lepore is the voice of sanity.”—Jaron Lanier, author of You Are Not a Gadget “Much in history is headlong but few grand...

Essays by international bestselling author Edward Tenner that explore both the negative and positive surprises of human ingenuity How did the addition of lifeboats after the Titanic shipwreck contribute to another tragedy in Chicago harbor three years later? How efficient are wild animals as...

Demystify the complex world of artificial intelligence and machine learning without needing a computer science degree. Whether you are upgrading your tech skills on your daily commute or simply relaxing while learning about our digital future, this calm, accessible guide transforms confusing...

Master immersive virtual reality technology and explore boundless digital worlds without needing a tech degree. Perfect for your daily commute, this accessible guide turns complex gadgetry into exciting, easy-to-grasp concepts. Satisfy your curious mind and confidently navigate the booming...

Uncover the thrilling popular science history of how brilliant inventors conquered darkness to build the modern world. Perfect for your daily commute, this engaging historical journey transports you from the smoky, fire-lit nights of the past into the high-energy laboratories of the nineteenth...

This gritty social history of Victorian sanitation reveals how overflowing cesspits sparked a public health revolution. Perfect for your morning commute, this eye-opening journey takes you far beyond the romanticized ballrooms of the nineteenth century and straight into the foul, fascinating...

Transform your daily commute into an engaging masterclass on augmented reality with this beginner-friendly tech guide. Step confidently into the next era of digital innovation without getting bogged down by frustrating jargon or complex programming code. This approachable listen empowers curious...

Uncover the invisible space technology shaping our daily lives with this jargon-free astronomy and engineering guide. Perfect for an educational commute, this awe-inspiring journey demystifies the complex orbital mechanics circling above our heads. Transform your evening walk into an...

Journey into the steam of ancient Rome to uncover the fascinating history of classical hygiene and imperial engineering. Perfect for an educational commute, this vivid audio tour drops you straight into the chatter and marble of a working bath complex. Discover how an ancient superpower built a...

Gain confident digital literacy and conquer data anxiety without a computer science degree or complex mathematics. Whether you are listening on your daily commute or scrolling social media in a waiting room, this calm, conversational guide demystifies the invisible systems shaping your world...

Immerse yourself in gritty ancient history and discover how urban engineering shaped everyday life in the Roman Empire. This fascinating historical deep-dive transforms your daily commute into a vivid journey through the sights, sounds, and smells of shared public latrines. Far from a mere...

Demystify the complex technology of autonomous vehicles and artificial intelligence shaping our future commutes. Whether you are driving to work or simply listening to satisfy your curiosity about modern science, this clear, calm guide breaks down the hype surrounding self-navigating cars...

Demystify the digital revolution and explore the fascinating history of technology from ancient tools to modern AI. Whether you are commuting to work or simply satisfying a spark of curiosity, this accessible guide turns complex engineering into an inspiring, easy-to-understand narrative. Step...

Master the captivating engineering history of civilization through its most revolutionary mechanical invention. Perfect for an enlightening morning commute, this awe-inspiring journey transforms everyday physics into an engaging narrative of human ingenuity. Without relying on complex equations...

Embrace simple home automation that effortlessly boosts everyday comfort, household security, and energy efficiency. Whether you are unwinding after a long commute or managing busy family routines, you do not need to be a tech wizard to modernize your space. This practical audio guide replaces...

Unlock the fascinating science of the microscopic world and discover how tiny technology is reshaping our everyday lives. Perfect for a curious mind on a morning commute, this accessible guide transforms complex physics into captivating stories. You don't need a degree to grasp the building...

Demystify the complex world of robotics and future-proof your career with this accessible, stress-free technology guide. Perfect for your commute, this calm, reassuring narrative replaces sci-fi anxiety with everyday examples of automation. Whether upskilling for a shifting job market or feeding...

Grasp the revolutionary power of quantum computing and future technology without complex math or physics. Perfect for a morning commute, this accessible guide transforms intimidating science into fascinating, everyday analogies. Satisfy your curious mind and step into the next generation of...