The Immortalist
The Immortalist
Alan Harrington
Jason Silva
One of the books in a "list of favorite books" Jason Silva tweeted about.
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The Immortalist

The Immortalist

Alan Harrington
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Alan Harrington
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In "The Immortalist," Alan Harrington embarks on a provocative and visionary journey, challenging the ultimate boundary of human existence: death itself. With the audacity of a philosopher and the fervor of a revolutionary, Harrington asserts that death is no longer an inevitable fate but an outdated concept, an enemy to be vanquished in our quest for eternal life. Through a compelling synthesis of science, technology, and philosophy, he argues that humanity stands on the precipice of the greatest transformation in its history, where the ancient dream of immortality is within our grasp, thanks to the marvels of modern science. Harrington's narrative is a bold exploration of what it means to be human in an age where the limitations of our biology are being continuously challenged and redefined. "The Immortalist" is not just a book; it is a manifesto for the future, inviting readers to consider the implications of a world where aging and death are no longer inevitable. With intellectual rigor and a touch of wit, Harrington weaves a fascinating discussion that is as much about the potential of human achievement as it is a reflection on the ethical, moral, and spiritual dimensions of immortality. This is a must-read for anyone intrigued by the possibility of eternal life and the profound changes it would bring to the essence of human existence.

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Released
1969
1 Jan
Length
312
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One of the books in a "list of favorite books" Jason Silva tweeted about.
We must never forget that we are cosmic revolutionaries, not stooges conscripted to advance a natural order that kills everybody.
— Alan Harrington, The Immortalist

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