Icarus by Bertrand Russell
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https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/79613 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Icarus Author: Bertrand Russell Narrator: Cate Barratt Format: mp3 Length: 48 mins Release date: 06-10-25 Ratings: Not rated yet Genres: Philosophy Publisher's Summary: In "Icarus; or, The Future of Science," Bertrand Russell explores the potential consequences of scientific advancement, drawing parallels between the myth of Icarus and the development of technology. He argues that while science can lead to progress, it also poses risks, particularly regarding power and societal structures. Russell suggests that scientific advancements, especially in the physical sciences, can increase power, lead to industrialism and war, and necessitate large-scale organization, which could potentially be used for oppressive purposes.
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