{"title":"Ed Regis","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the captivating world of science with the works of Ed Regis, a distinguished author whose writings bring complex scientific ideas to life. Known for his engaging prose and commitment to making science accessible to all, Regis has crafted books that not only inform but also entertain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his notable works is \u003cem\u003eMonsters\u003c\/em\u003e, a thrilling exploration of the boundary-pushing endeavours in genetic engineering and biotechnology. This book delves into the fascinating world of scientific innovation, examining both the potential benefits and ethical dilemmas that emerge from these technological advancements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a seasoned science enthusiast or a curious newcomer, Ed Regis’s books offer a delightful journey into the realms of Science \u0026amp; Nature. His ability to simplify intricate scientific concepts while keeping readers engaged makes his collection a must-have for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our selection of Ed Regis's works to discover more about the science that shapes our world and the intriguing questions it raises.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"monsters-by-ed-regis-9780465065943","title":"Monsters","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Oh, the humanity!\" Radio reporter Herbert Morrison's words on witnessing the destruction of the Hindenburg are etched in our collective memory. Yet, while the Hindenburg, like the Titanic, is a symbol of the technological hubris of a bygone era, we seem to have forgotten the lessons that can be learned from the infamous 1937 zeppelin disaster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eZeppelins were steerable balloons of highly flammable, explosive gas, but the sheer magic of seeing one of these behemoths afloat in the sky cast an irresistible spell over all those who saw them. In \u003cem\u003eMonsters\u003c\/em\u003e, Ed Regis explores the question of how a technology now so completely invalidated (and so fundamentally unsafe) ever managed to reach the high-risk level of development that it did.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough the story of the zeppelin's development, Regis examines the perils of what he calls \"pathological technologies\", inventions whose sizeable risks are routinely minimized as a result of their almost mystical allure. Such foolishness is not limited to the industrial age: newer examples of pathological technologies include the US government's planned use of hydrogen bombs for large-scale geoengineering projects, the phenomenally risky, expensive, and ultimately abandoned Superconducting Super Collider, and the exotic interstellar propulsion systems proposed for DARPA's present-day 100 Year Starship project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn case after case, the romantic appeal of foolishly ambitious technologies has blinded us to their shortcomings, dangers, and costs. Both a history of technological folly and a powerful cautionary tale for future technologies and other grandiose schemes, \u003cem\u003eMonsters\u003c\/em\u003e is essential reading for experts and citizens hoping to see new technologies through clear eyes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46854686114028,"sku":"9780465065943","price":138.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780465065943.jpg?v=1759252028"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/ed-regis.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}