Timeship : The Architecture Of Immortality

Valentine, Stephen

ISBN 10: 1864703245 / ISBN 13: 9781864703245

Published by The Images Publishing Group Pty Limited, Mulgrave, Victoria, Australia, 2009

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The book is near fine with very slight edge wear in a very good dust jacket with slight edge wear and a half inch closed tear and some creasing to front. Seller Inventory # 011596

Bibliographic Details

Title: Timeship : The Architecture Of Immortality

Publisher: The Images Publishing Group Pty Limited, Mulgrave, Victoria, Australia

Publication Date: 2009

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Near Fine

Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good

Edition: First Edition, First Printing

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Synopsis:

We have long been fascinated by immortality. If, as is currently thought, aging and death are actually a result of genetic programming, then new frontiers being opened by biotechnology may make it possible to identify the genes that cause aging and turn them off. When built, Timeship will be the world's most secure and technologically advanced facility for the long-term storage of cryopreserved biological materials and a centre for research into life extension. Its 6-acre structure has been designed to provide safety and security for up to 100 years against multiple threats, both natural and human-made, including terrorist attack, changes to sea levels and the interruption of energy supplies. Incorporated into the design are symbols of security and rebirth. "Timeship: The Architecture of Immortality" examines the creation of this remarkable building, its symbolism and the technology that will make it possibly the most innovative building of our time, a Noah's ark of time travel.