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Is death inevitable? Until now, the history of mankind has been marked by this fatal fact. Religions, borders and progress are born from an ancient fear of death, comfort from this fear man often found only in religious paradigms. But according to José Luis Cordeiro and David Wood, the incontrovertible fact of death is no longer an absolute certainty - science and technology are preparing to tear down the final frontier: that of immortality.
This accessible book provides insight into recent exponential advances in artificial intelligence, tissue regeneration, stem cell treatment, organ printing, cryopreservation, and genetic therapies that, for the first time in human history, offer a realistic chance to solve the problem of the aging of the human body. In this book, Cordeiro and Wood not only present all the major developments, initiatives, and ideas for eternal life, they also show why there are a number of good arguments for seeing death for what it is: the last undefeated disease.
Enter any drugstore or bookstore, and we confronted with a mountain of nonsense concerning the aging process. Society seems obsessed with aging. That is why The Death of Death is such a refreshing delight, able to cut through the hype and reveal a balanced, authoritative, and lucid discussion of this controversial topic. It summarizes the astonishing breakthroughs made recently in revealing how science may one day conquer the aging process.
Michio Kaku, theoretical physicist and author of The God Equation: The Quest for a Theory of Everything
We are entering a Fantastic Voyage into life extension, crossing different bridges that will take us to indefinite life spans. The Death of Death explains clearly how we might soon reach longevity escape velocity and live long enough to live forever.
Ray Kurzweil, co-author of Fantastic Voyage: Live Long Enough to Live Forever and co-founder of Singularity University

The Death of Death is a truly revolutionary book. This is a visionary book that confronts us with the terrible reality of aging, and its authors are friends and connoisseurs of the subject. I believe that the authoritative and exhaustive description of this crusade that José and David make in this excellent book will accelerate this process. Forward!
Aubrey de Grey, founder of LEV (Longevity Escape Velocity) Foundation and co-author of Ending Aging

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Is death inevitable? Until now, the history of mankind has been marked by this fatal fact. Religions, borders and progress are born from an ancient fear of death, comfort from this fear man often found only in religious paradigms. But according to José Luis Cordeiro and David Wood, the incontrovertible fact of death is no longer an absolute certainty - science and technology are preparing to tear down the final frontier: that of immortality.
This accessible book provides insight into recent exponential advances in artificial intelligence, tissue regeneration, stem cell treatment, organ printing, cryopreservation, and genetic therapies that, for the first time in human history, offer a realistic chance to solve the problem of the aging of the human body. In this book, Cordeiro and Wood not only present all the major developments, initiatives, and ideas for eternal life, they also show why there are a number of good arguments for seeing death for what it is: the last undefeated disease.
Is death inevitable? Until now, the history of mankind has been marked by this fatal fact. Religions, borders and progress are born from an ancient fear of death, comfort from this fear man often found only in religious paradigms. But according to José Luis Cordeiro and David Wood, the incontrovertible fact of death is no longer an absolute certainty - science and technology are preparing to tear down the final frontier: that of immortality.
This accessible book provides insight into recent exponential advances in artificial intelligence, tissue regeneration, stem cell treatment, organ printing, cryopreservation, and genetic therapies that, for the first time in human history, offer a realistic chance to solve the problem of the aging of the human body. In this book, Cordeiro and Wood not only present all the major developments, initiatives, and ideas for eternal life, they also show why there are a number of good arguments for seeing death for what it is: the last undefeated disease.
Enter any drugstore or bookstore, and we confronted with a mountain of nonsense concerning the aging process. Society seems obsessed with aging. That is why The Death of Death is such a refreshing delight, able to cut through the hype and reveal a balanced, authoritative, and lucid discussion of this controversial topic. It summarizes the astonishing breakthroughs made recently in revealing how science may one day conquer the aging process.
Michio Kaku, theoretical physicist and author of The God Equation: The Quest for a Theory of Everything

We are entering a Fantastic Voyage into life extension, crossing different bridges that will take us to indefinite life spans. The Death of Death explains clearly how we might soon reach longevity escape velocity and live long enough to live forever.
Ray Kurzweil, co-author of Fantastic Voyage: Live Long Enough to Live Forever and co-founder of Singularity University

The Death of Death is a truly revolutionary book. This is a visionary book that confronts us with the terrible reality of aging, and its authors are friends and connoisseurs of the subject. I believe that the authoritative and exhaustive description of this crusade that José and David make in this excellent book will accelerate this process. Forward!
Aubrey de Grey, founder of LEV (Longevity Escape Velocity) Foundation and co-author of Ending Aging

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José Cordeiro, PhD José is an international fellow of the World Academy of Art and Science, vicechair of HumanityPlus, director of The Millennium Project, founding faculty at Singularity University in NASA Research Park, Silicon Valley, and former director of the Club of Rome (Venezuela Chapter), the World Transhumanist Association and the Extropy Institute. He has also been invited faculty at the Institute of Developing Economies IDE – JETRO in Tokyo, Japan, the Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology (MIPT) and the Higher School of Economics (HSE) in Russia. José studied engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Cambridge, MA, economics at Georgetown University in Washington, DC, management at INSEAD in Fontainebleau, France, and science at Universidad Simon Bolivar in Caracas, Venezuela. He is a leading expert on technological change and future trends. He has published more than 10 books in 5 languages and appeared in programs with the BBC, CNN, Discovery Channel and History Channel, among many other international media interviews. He is a member of the Sigma Xi (ΣΞ) and Tau Beta Pi (ТΒΠ) honor societies, and has received several prizes, including the Spanish Health Award by Instituto Europeo for promoting research on longevity and life extension. He has been Spanish candidate to the European Parliament in 2019, when he proposed the creation of the European Anti-Aging Agency.
David Wood, ScD David was a pioneer of the smartphone industry, co-founding in 1998 Symbian, the creator of the world’s first successful smartphone operating system. Software written by his teams was included in half a billion smartphones over the following years, from companies such as Nokia, Motorola, Sony Ericsson, Samsung, LG, Fujitsu, and Panasonic. David also spent three years as CTO of Accenture Mobility. While at Accenture, he co-led the company’s international Mobility Health business initiative. He is now a full-time futurist speaker, analyst and writer. He is the author or lead editor of ten books, including Anticipating 2025, Smartphones and Beyond, The Abolition of Aging, Sustainable Superabundance, and, most recently, Vital Foresight: The case for active transhumanism. He also heads up London Futurists, a non-profit networking meetup with approaching 10,000 members, and has chaired over 250 public events on technoprogressive and futurist topics. In 2009 he was included in T3's list of "100 most influential people in technology". He has an MA in Mathematics from Cambridge University and an honorary doctorate in science from the University of Westminster. He is a Fellow of the IEET (Institute for Ethics and Emerging Technology), and was formerly Secretary of the international HumanityPlus organization.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Springer; 1st ed. 2023 edition (June 30, 2023)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 277 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 3031289269
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-3031289262
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 15.3 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.75 x 9 inches

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Suresh Nirody

Definitely recommended!

Reviewed in the United States on August 26, 2023

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Preliminary Warning: Even before I get into my review, I would like to preface it with this warning: This is not a quick or light read! A little over two hundred pages, this book is “dense!” Dense in the sense of encyclopedic, as it crams in an incredible amount of data and information from areas as diverse as history, philosophy, theology, geopolitics, and the sciences – general chemistry biology, and physics; cell biology, cryonics, genetics, etc. I read the book over a three-week period, and I’m a “2-3 books every weekend” type of guy! In reality, if a reader were to follow up by reviewing the copious notes (in the form of links) provided at the end of each chapter and dipping into the 9-page bibliography this could easily take several months to get through. Suggestion to the authors: perhaps you should talk to someone about turning this into a university course!

Despite having a density approaching that of a black hole, the authors are masterful in pulling off the feat of integrating everything and delivering it with a logical, coherent “flow” that enlightens while not overwhelming the reader. Finish the book and you will have been introduced to concepts and theories as diverse as ‘negligible senescence,’ ‘Malthusian trap,’ ‘longevity escape velocity,’ ‘terror management theory,’ the Pyszczyncki paradox,’ and many, many others. And you may find yourself convinced by the book's message... Or perhaps not.

So, what is in the book? It starts off discussing the possibility of biological immortality, providing examples of this in several lower life forms and speculating if this can be extended to man. This is followed by the scientific study of aging - what it is, what are the factors that affect it, and much more. Next up is a look at a new, developing anti-aging "industry," which traces the ecosystem of groups that have developed. It dives into 'scientific rejuvenation' and highlights eminent researchers/organizations and some of their successes and advancements in various related fields. A quick side trip ventures into the importance of and examples of exponential thinking, providing additional information on investors and different scientific approaches. Next up is a discussion of costs - the existing costs related to aging and death (for example, costs related to the burden of age-related disease); looking at research, etc. costs; and a discussion of the quantification of financial benefits that could theoretically result from a 'longevity dividend.' Then back to the subject of 'the end of death,' looking at many of the objections to this proposition and providing counterpoints. Current medical skepticism on this subject is compared to historical examples where medical thoughts and beliefs that had lasted for decades and centuries were eventually proven incorrect (two examples being medicine's reaction to Semmelweis and his ideas, and the practice of bloodletting, respectively). Next is a brief side trip into the subject of cryopreservation, set up as a Plan B "bridge" to the future. The authors then discuss the path forward, discussing potential obstacles on the 'abolition of aging' pathway. Finally, they conclude that the elimination of aging and death is an idea whose time is now upon us! Their final clarion call? "The future begins today. The future begins here. The future begins with us. The future begins with you today. Who if not you? When if not now? Where if not here? Join the revolution against aging and death! Death to Death!"

Conclusion: I definitely recommend that everyone read this book. You will not regret it. Even if not fully convinced you will still be greatly informed and 'up to speed' on where the world currently stands on this very interesting subject that effects everyone!

As for me, I started out very skeptical... And now? I remain skeptical regarding 'the death of death.' Somewhat paradoxically, the more I read about the multiple scientific areas being pursued (senolytics, telomeres, stem cells, etc., etc.) the less I felt that the overall proposition was valid. The very multiplicity of approaches merely reinforced in my mind the astounding complexity of the endeavor and the difficulty of attaining the goal! Of course, this could just be an indication of a paucity of imagination on my part!

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The Death of Death: A Profound Exploration of Life Extension and Immortality

Reviewed in the United States on July 26, 2023

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"The Death of Death" by José Luis Cordeiro and David Wood is an ambitious and groundbreaking exploration of humanity's efforts to defeat the inevitable end - death. It provides readers with a well-structured synthesis of detailed scientific insights, recent progress, and philosophical discourse. It fills you with hope, as it offers an exciting look into our medical future, making it a must-read, especially for those interested in the topic of life extension.

Expertly penned by renowned futurists, this book serves as a compelling manifesto for proponents of human life and optimists who wish to extend the boundaries of our existence. These authors brilliantly detail the potential of modern scientific tools and techniques, enabling readers to grasp the implications for humanity, all the while avoiding falling into the realm of sci-fi.

Readers will appreciate how the authors dissect the context that led us to our current discourse on aging and the science of immortality. The text stands as a beacon in the field, providing insights that prepare us for what the future may hold. This isn't just a historical recount or philosophical inquiry - it's a fascinating investigation into the secrets of life and how we can possibly achieve personal revival in biology, technology, or a future hybrid.

This is more than just a book. It's a mental shift, nudging us to believe that the world is constantly improving, and personal revival is plausible. It encourages readers to embrace the belief that our own unique future self will continue to matter, no matter how complex the world and our future selves become. This optimism reflects the idea that life thrives on complexity and diversity, reinforcing the hope that our existence is not just fleeting but can be extended.

All in all, "The Death of Death" is a game-changing contribution that takes readers on a journey of profound reflection. This book captures the essence of life's enduring will to survive and thrive, even against the backdrop of the seemingly insurmountable challenge of death. It’s a thought-provoking read that is bound to leave a lasting impression on your view of life, death, and our potential for immortality.

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Christopher

Educational, and fun to read!

Reviewed in the United States on October 1, 2023

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Great book, with great ideas, great sources, and a great message. The right to life is the most important of all human rights, as you cannot have the other rights like property or free speech if you are dead.

Hence, we need to be able to provide people the option to live indefinity, and healthily. Not everyone will want it for themselves of course, but this book holds great material to push those who may have been on the edge, to supporting the death of death for themselves. And great arguments to quell the concerns many have against longevity treatments for society in general

Whether you support longevity already, are just starting to learn about it and are curious, or all wholeheartedly against it, I recommend taking a look at this book, there is much to learn

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Chyba naprawdę będę żyć wiecznie...

Reviewed in Poland on August 24, 2023

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Jestem pod wrażeniem książki "The Death of Death" autorstwa Jose Cordeiro. Ta nieszablonowa publikacja zaskakuje swoją odważną wizją przyszłości, w której pokonanie śmierci staje się możliwe dzięki postępowi naukowemu i technologicznemu. Autor w sposób przystępny, ale jednocześnie głęboki, analizuje różnorodne aspekty związane z wydłużaniem ludzkiego życia i eliminacją chorób oraz procesem starzenia. Cordeiro wciąga czytelnika w fascynujący świat badań nad przedłużaniem życia oraz opisuje niezwykłe postępy w dziedzinie biotechnologii, nanotechnologii i medycyny regeneracyjnej.

Książka nie tylko analizuje naukowe aspekty tego tematu, ale również rozważa etyczne, społeczne i ekonomiczne konsekwencje długowieczności. Cordeiro umiejętnie ukazuje korzyści i wyzwania związane z osiągnięciem nieśmiertelności oraz przedstawia różnorodne perspektywy znanych postaci związanych z nauką i technologią. Jego optymistyczne podejście i przekonanie o możliwościach, jakie niesie przyszłość, naprawdę inspirują do głębszej refleksji nad kondycją ludzkości.

"The Death of Death" to nie tylko książka naukowa, ale także manifest wizjonerskiego myślenia i determinacji w dążeniu do przełomów, które jeszcze niedawno wydawały się niemożliwe. Polecam tę książkę każdemu, kto jest zainteresowany przyszłością medycyny, technologii i ludzkiego życia jako całości. To inspirująca lektura, która pozostawia czytelnika z pytaniami i wyzwaniami do przemyślenia.

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Immortality has been humanity’s greatest dream since prehistory. Soon that dream will become reality

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 28, 2023

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As the authors say, immortality has been humanity’s greatest dream since prehistory. Even children understand that aging is bad, that death is the most horrible loss that can happen to them and their family.

Fortunately, the children of the present generation can belong to the first generation of immortal humans. We must be aware that we live between the last mortal, and the first immortal generation.
This book has been a journey of discovery for me in many ways, although I have been interested in the subject for many years. First of all, apart from reporting on the causes of aging and discoveries on reversing an aging body to a younger state it also covers various methods such as gene replacement, or cryogenics. Furthermore, it discusses societal implications of regeneration medicine on millions of people who will quite quickly become metabolically younger by a few decades. Finally, it examines the economics of this unprecedented development of the human history both in personal terms (how much it will cost) and how it will impact the overall cost of maintaining a healthy society.

I hope you will be enjoying reading the book as much as I have.

Tony Czarnecki, Managing Partner, Sustensis

Timm

Buen resúmen de la temátic

Reviewed in Spain on November 12, 2023

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Desde la vase científica hasta las implicaciones politicas económicas da un my buen resumen del tema con muchas citas e historias inspiradoras.

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Futurity Systems

Fantastic read on this topic

Reviewed in Spain on August 16, 2023

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Cordeiro's book strikes a remarkable balance between celebrating human potential and cautioning against potential pitfalls, and his forays into the moral dimensions of life extension are particularly commendable. He handles the subject with nuance and intelligence, inviting readers to engage with both the wonder and the dilemmas presented by this frontier of human endeavor. Overall, "The Death of Death" is an engaging and thought-provoking read, brimming with optimism yet grounded in a real-world understanding of the challenges ahead.

Douglas Mulhall

As the author of two books on this topic I can highly recommend it!

Reviewed in Canada on July 27, 2023

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This is a concise and easy to read guide to the future of life without death.The chapters are mercifully short and to the point with good footnotes. Altogether it's an elegant description of why death is a crime against humanity that's about to go out of date. I especially liked the chapter on looking from the past to the future. Douglas Mulhall

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