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The sun, the genome, and the internet : tools of scientific revolutions / Freeman J. Dyson

This work examines how solar energy, genetic engineering, and global communications could reshape social and ethical structures. It argues that these technological advancements have the potential to bridge the wealth gap by decentralising access to resources and information.

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