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Immortality: How Science Is Extending Your Life Span and Changing the World
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Immortality: How Science Is Extending Your Life Span and Changing the World Paperback - 2000

by Bova, Ben

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A fascinating, clear-voiced investigation into the ways in which human longevity is being increased, written by the acclaimed and bestselling author of more than 90 novels and works of nonfiction.

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Avon Books, 2000. Paperback. New. 283 pages. 8.25x5.25x1.00 inches.
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THE FIRST IMMORTAL HUMAN BEINGS ARE PROBABLY LIV among us today.

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That arresting statement sounds as if it might come from a science fiction story. But it is astonishing, exciting fact -- as explained by Dr. Ben Bova. In his distinguished career, Dr. Bova has predicted many scientific developments. Now he explores the future effects of science and technology on the human life span and discovers that one day, death will no longer be the inevitable end of life.

Dr. Bova guides readers through worldwide research into the biochemical processes that cause aging and death, and shows what scientists are discovering about stopping, perhaps even reversing them. With crystal-clear prose, Dr. Bova explains how science could maintain the youth and vigor of a fifty-year-old indefinitely and the consequences for marriage and family ties. He also offers provocative thoughts on the tumultuous societal consequences of such biomedical breakthroughs, as greatly extended life spans and virtual immortality transform institutions like Medicare, Social Security, pension plans, life insurance, even the very foundations of work and retirement. Here is a compelling, startling, understandable, and vitally important study of humankind's greatest challenge -- and most tantalizing opportunity.

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