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1	The Singularity Is Near: When Humans Transcend Biology more books like this by Ray Kurzweil, PhD Inventor and futurist Ray Kurzweil, the author of THE AGE OF SPIRITUAL MACHINES, provocatively argues that we are rapidly approaching the Singularity, a point in history in which advances in artificial intelligence, brain scanning, and nanotechnology will blur the division between humans and machines. When we are no longer limited by our current ... see all copies from $8.99! new only from $11.52! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
2	The Nano Flower more books like this by Peter F Hamilton Hamilton's third Greg Mandel novel. A strangely beautiful flower is delivered anonymously to Julia Evans, head of the Event Horizon conglomerate. When Greg Mandel sees it he is devastated at the wave of psychic power that pours out from it. The flower may be a message from an alien intelligence. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $5.38! \| signed copies \| first editions
3	Robert Ludlum's the Lazarus Vendetta more books like this by Patrick Larkin, Robert Ludlum (Creator) U.S. intelligence detects that Lazarus, the never-seen leader of the dominant force in the anti-technology protest movement, is preparing to make his boldest move yet in a scheme that will risk the lives of billions and forever change the nature of the world itself. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
4	Robert Ludlum's the Lazarus Vendetta: A Covert-One Novel more books like this by Patrick Larkin, Robert Ludlum (Creator) This technothriller is part of a series created by the late Robert Ludlum, concerning the activities of Covert-One, a top-secret intelligence agency that responds to biowarfare threats and answers directly to the President. The Lazarus Movement is an environmental group that provides a cover for a scientist's deadly, megalomaniacal plans. When ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
5	Drop Dead, Gorgeous! more books like this by MaryJanice Davidson Ah, weddings - every single woman's reminder that she'll probably die alone, covered in cat hair and dressed in unflattering sweatpants. And as far as bad wedding experiences go, my friend Stacy's could take the cake - I'm dateless, I'm a bridesmaid, and someone just attempted to whack the groom (known, no kidding, as The Boss) in the middle of ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $6.95! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
6	The First Immortal more books like this by James L. Halperin In 1988, Benjamin Smith suffers a massive heart attack and has his body cryogenically stored. Yet when Ben resumes life after a frozen interval of 83 years, the world is altered beyond recognition. Thanks to cutting-edge science, eternal youth is universally available and the perfection of cloning gives humanity the godlike power to re-create ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.54! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
7	The Dance of Molecules: How Nanotechnology Is Changing Our Lives more books like this by Ted Sargent What if a doctor could stop cancer by targeting a single malignant cell before it multiplied? Imagine a paper-thin "power suit" that could keep you warm on a winter day. What about a computer that connects directly with a person's thoughts? In this groundbreaking exploration of the future of nanotechnology, Ted Sargent reveals how all disciplines ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
8	Plague Year more books like this by Jeff Carlson The Machine Plague wipes out five billion people, forcing Earths survivors to live at an altitude above ten thousand feet. The only hope for the human race is a scientist aboard the International Space Station, who is desperate to cure the plague. One of the best debut novels in years.--David Brin. Original. see all copies from $3.25! new only from $4.65! \| first editions \| SVS
9	Engines of Creation: The Coming Era of Nanotechnology more books like this by Eric Drexler This work heralds the new age of nanotechnology, which will give us thorough and inexpensive control of the structure of matter. The author examines the enormous implications of these developments for medicine, the economy, and the environment, and makes astounding yet well-founded projections about the future. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $9.12! \| first editions \| SVS
10	Archform: Beauty more books like this by L E Modesitt, Jr. Four centuries in the future, nanomachines watch the health of the wealthy and manufacture food and gadgets for everyone, but social problems persist. A singing teacher suffers for her music and fights bureaucracy and apathy. A news researcher can't help wondering about the real story behind the grim incidents that make the headlines. A police ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
11 view cover	Forge of Heaven more books like this by C J Cherryh One of today's bestselling and most critically acclaimed writers of science fiction and fantasy, C. J. Cherryh has been entertaining readers for more than thirty years with beautifully imagined, complex novels of intrigue and adventure. With "Hammerfall she began an entirely new universe -- her first in three decades -- and an enthralling tale of ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.00! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
12 view cover	Nanotechnology: A Gentle Introduction to the Next Big Idea more books like this by Mark Ratner, Daniel Ratner This book is the technical and business overview of tomorrow's scientific breakthrough. The authors survey the scientific research and business aspects of the field, try to explain the key concepts, provide a look at current developments, and give some thoughts on where nanotechnology is likely to go in the next few years. The book will be ... see all copies from $6.97! new only from $7.46!
13 view cover	Intimate Danger more books like this by Amy J Fetzer Scientist Clancy McRae is furious to learn that the technology she developed to enhance animal capabilities has been tested on humans. Now Clancy and Mike Gannon, who doesn't know he has the dangerous implant, must team up against those who would do anything to keep the experiment a secret. see all copies from $3.58! new only from $6.04! \| SVS
14 view cover	Nano more books like this by John Robert Marlow Nanotech promises all things: Immortality, invincibility, wealth beyond imagination--and the utter destruction of Mankind. One man has it-and no one knows who... Mitchell Swain is the richest man in the world--until he announces the "ultimate technological breakthrough." The world stops for the press conference-and sees him assassinated. No one ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.25! \| signed copies \| first editions
15 view cover	Nanoethics: The Ethical and Social Implications of Nanotechnology more books like this by Fritz Allhoff (Editor), Patrick Lin (Editor), James Moor (Editor) Nanotechnology will eventually impact every area of our world. "Nanoethics" seeks to examine the potential risks and rewards of applications of nanotechnology. This up-to-date anthology gives the reader an introduction to and basic foundation in nanotechnology and nanoethics, and then delves into near-, mid-, and far-term issues. Comprehensive and ... see all copies from $27.86! new only from $34.07! \| SVS
16 view cover	Introduction to Particle Technology more books like this by Martin Rhodes In general terms, microstructural characterization is achieved by allowing some form of probe to interact with a carefully prepared specimen sample. The most commonly used probes are visible light, X-ray radiation and high-energy electron beams. These three types of probe form the basis for optical microscopy, X-ray diffraction and electron ... see all copies from $59.47! new only from $59.47! \| SVS
17 view cover	Hacking Matter: Levitating Chairs, Quantum Mirages, and the Infinite Weirdness of Programmable Atoms more books like this by Wil McCarthy "The book's science is solid and McCarthy's fervor genuinely infectious. The future never felt so close."- Wired . Programmable matter is probably not the next technological revolution, nor even perhaps the one after that. But it's coming, and when it does, it will change our lives as much as any invention ever has. Imagine being able to program ... see all copies from $2.30! new only from $6.40! \| first editions \| SVS
18 view cover	Nano-Hype: The Truth Behind the Nanotechnology Buzz more books like this by David H Berube, Mihail C Roco (Foreword by) Nanotechnology, the science of molecular engineering at the atomic scale, has captured the popular imagination. From movies to TV series to video games, utopian fantasies and horror scenarios involving nanotechnology have become a staple of the entertainment industry. The hyperbole surrounding this new technology comes not only from the media but ... see all copies from $12.18! new only from $14.95! \| first editions \| SVS
19 view cover	The Next Big Thing is Really Small: How Nanotechnology Will Change the Future of Your Business more books like this by Jack Uldrich, Deb Newberry The ability to alter material at the molecular--even atomic--level may be the next great investment idea, Uldrich and Newberry argue in THE NEXT BIG THING IS REALLY SMALL. With nanotechnology expected to generate $1 trillion worth of product over the next 10 years, this book explains what this new science is and how investors can gain from it. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.19! \| signed copies \| first editions
20 view cover	Our Molecular Future: How Nanotechnology, Robotics, Genetics, and Artificial Intelligence Will Transform Our World more books like this by Douglas Mulhall What Alvin Toffler's "Future Shock" was to the 20th century, "Our Molecular Future" will be to the 21st century. What will happen to our jobs, health care, and investments when the molecular revolution hits? How might artificial intelligence transform our lives? How can molecular technologies help us cope with climate changes, earthquakes, and ... see all copies from $3.60! new only from $13.05! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
21 view cover	Nanocosm: Nanotechnology and the Big Changes Coming from the Inconceivably Small more books like this by William Illsey Atkinson Nanoscience is taking technology to a realm of astounding possibilities. With Nanocosm, Atkinson reveals a spectacular view of the immediate future of nanoscience and its applications in medicine, computing, engineering, and other arenas that affect our world, redefining how we work, play, and live. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
22 view cover	Havoc more books like this by R J Pineiro When CIA Officer Tom Grant was pulled out of early retirement to investigate a recent high-tech robbery at United States Nanotechnologies, America's government-run agency for the development of nanoweapons, he had no idea that he would be propelled into the middle of a conspiracy that could threaten the survival of our species. Teaming up with ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $15.27! \| first editions
23 view cover	Present at the Future: From Evolution to Nanotechnology, Candid and Controversial Conversations on Science and Nature more books like this by Ira Flatow For more than 30 years, Ira Flatow has interviewed Nobel winners and experts like E.O Wilson and Carl Sagan. In this book, he gives us the best of what he's learned from those conversations, investigating such areas as Cosmology, Brain Frontiers, Alternative Energy, Global Warming, Nanotechnology, and much more. In each chapter, he highlights the ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.04! \| first editions \| SVS
24 view cover	Nanotechnology Demystified more books like this by Linda Williams, Wade Adams Get up to speed on nanotechnology and the many biological, chemical, physical, environmental, and political aspects of this developing science. see all copies from $7.55! new only from $10.88! \| SVS
25 view cover	Nanotechnology for Dummies more books like this by Richard Booker, Earl Boysen This title demystifies the topic for investors, business executives, and anyone interested in how molecule-sized machines and processes can transform our lives. Along with dispelling common myths, it covers nanotechnology's origins, how it will affect various industries, and the limitations it can overcome. This handy book also presents numerous ... see all copies from $8.43! new only from $8.43! \| first editions \| SVS

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