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The Ascent of Information: Books, Bits, Genes, Machines, and Life's Unending Algorithm
By Scharf, Caleb
- ISBN
- 9780593087244
- Publisher
- Riverhead
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Reviewed on April 16, 2021 | Science & Technology
With his book, Scharf (astrobiology, Columbia Univ.; The Copernicus Complex) has put together an elaborate view of "information." He studies a myriad of technologies and media in his search for "life's unending algorithm." His subjects include the replication of memes, which are controlled by technology and cultural impact; energy use and resources co...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
