Artificial Life

In 1931, a young woman writer living in Germany was inspired by Anita Loos's Gentlemen Prefer Blondes to describe pre-war Berlin and the age of cinematic glamour through the eyes of a woman. The resulting novel, The Artificial Silk Girl, became an acclaimed bestseller and a masterwork of German literature, in the tradition of Christopher Isherwood's Berlin Stories and Bertolt Brecht's Three Penny Opera. Like Isherwood and Brecht, Keun revealed the dark underside of Berlin's "golden twenties" with empathy and honesty.

Artificial intelligence is reshaping our world — this book gives you the knowledge and tools to use it effectively while understanding its societal impact. Written by an expert in AI governance, this guide makes cutting-edge technology accessible to all.

*Winner of the Penn Libraries Book Prize in Sustainability* *Named a Best Book of the Year by Scientific American* This timely and captivating look at the hidden impact of light pollution is “rich in revelation and insight…lyrical” (The Wall Street Journal) and urges us to cherish natural...

Are you curious about how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping our world, but feel overwhelmed by the technical jargon? Do you want to leverage AI for professional growth but worry about your lack of coding skills? Are you eager to stay updated with the latest tech advancements without diving into complex algorithms? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, you're not alone. Many students, professionals, and lifelong learners face similar challenges. But this book can change that, providing clear explanations and practical insights into AI without requiring any coding skills.

Brought to you by Penguin. What does it mean for us all when death is treated as a glitch and Silicon Valley invests in the “science” of eternal life? From the epic of Gilgamesh to the alchemy of the philosopher’s stone, humanity’s eternal quest for immortality – and its rejuvenation...

Robotics is slowly creeping into our lives, and soon, robots will be everywhere. Do you know everything there is to know about robotics? Do you want to know more about robotics? Do you want to discover the advantages of robotics? If so, then you've come to the right place.

Ken is an EngiNerd: one of a super-smart group of friends - all nerds - who have been close since kindergarten. They may be brainiacs, but they're just like everyone else: They fight with one another, watch too much TV, eat Chinese food, and hate walking their dogs. Well, maybe not just like everyone because Ken's best friend Dan has been building robots. He then secretly sent one to each of the EngiNerds, never letting them know he's the mastermind. At first Ken is awed and delighted: What kid hasn't dreamed of having a robot all their own?

ChatGPT Unleashed is an accessible, practical guide designed for anyone curious about how to make the most of AI today. There’s no need for a computer science degree or tech background. All you need is a willingness to engage, experiment, and explore. The future is already here—and it talks back.

In Artificial You, Susan Schneider says that it is inevitable that AI will take intelligence in new directions but urges that it is up to us to carve out a sensible path forward. As AI technology turns inward, reshaping the brain, as well as outward, potentially creating machine minds, it is crucial to beware. Homo sapiens, as mind designers, will be playing with "tools" they do not understand how to use: the self, the mind, and consciousness.

Demystify the world of artificial intelligence with this groundbreaking guide featuring over 100 innovative ways to incorporate AI into your daily life. Every day, it seems like there’s a new AI tool on the market and a new, complicated way to use it. But what if you could use AI to make your...

Technology is our new life partner. No longer confined to the sidelines, new interactive technologies like AI therapists, avatar friends, and robot assistants are ready to transform technology's role from basic tools of convenience to intimate elements of our social and emotional lives.

In the future, it’s possible to live forever—but at what cost? A.D. 2088. Christian missionary Abigail Caldwell emerges from the jungle for the first time in her thirty-four years, the sole survivor of a mysterious disease that killed her village. A curious message from her grandfather...

According to Forbes, 400 million workers could be displaced globally because of AI. But there is good news. In my book, Tomorrow’s Artificial Intelligence, I will demystify AI’s impact on jobs and empower you to navigate the changing landscape with confidence.

Imagine an Artificial Intelligence book that captivates you like your favorite fantasy novel! Jump into its intriguing history of AI development and discover its potential as your personal butler, therapist, business and personal assistant, coding partner, writing collaborator and more. It goes beyond your imagination, offering assistance in ways you never thought possible. Moreover, it presents a curated list of highly effective prompts to help you envision the AI assistant as your roommate.

“Full of fascinating insights drawn from an impressive range of disciplines, The Ascent of Information casts the familiar and the foreign in a dramatic new light.” —Brian Greene, author of The Elegant Universe Your information has a life of its own, and it’s using you to get what it...

Still trying to keep up in a world where AI is moving faster than you can? Feel overwhelmed by technology, but also worried you'll get left behind if you don’t learn it? What if you could use AI to make smarter decisions, improve your health, increase your income, and simplify your life even if you're not tech-savvy? Imagine waking up and realizing that managing money, staying healthy, advancing your career, or keeping up with daily life could all be easier and more efficient — not because you changed, but because something powerful is working with you around the clock.

Living a fulfilling life may seem like an unachievable dream in today's distraction-ridden and pressuring society. We all yearn to look back to find we lived a life of significance—and that's still attainable. New York Times bestselling author, Rachel Macy Stafford, develops nine life-changing...

Provides evidence that human consciousness can never be reproduced and exposes the perils of artificial intelligence Explains how consciousness transcends the brain and body through quantum theory and accounts of consciousness in the clinically dead Shares scientific evidence of how the...

In a world where artificial intelligence is reshaping everything from business to creativity, AI for Everyday People is your ultimate guide to thriving in the new era. Whether you're looking to boost your daily life, grow a side hustle, or ignite your creative spark, this book shows you exactly how to use powerful AI tools without getting lost in technical jargon.

From making faster, better decisions to automating rote work to enabling robots to respond to emotions, AI and machine learning are already reshaping business and society. What should you and your company be doing today to ensure that you're poised for success and keeping up with your competitors in the age of AI? Artificial Intelligence: The Insights You Need from Harvard Business Review brings you today's most essential thinking on AI and explains how to launch the right initiatives at your company to capitalize on the opportunity of the machine intelligence revolution.