Martin Rees

Martin Rees, also known as Baron Rees of Ludlow, is a prominent British cosmologist and astrophysicist. He has made significant contributions to the understanding of the universe and has served as the Astronomer Royal since 1995. Rees is also a former President of the Royal Society and has authored numerous books on science and the future of humanity.

Books

This list of books are ONLY the books that have been ranked on the lists that are aggregated on this site. This is not a comprehensive list of all books by this author.

  1. 1. Our Final Century

    "Our Final Century" explores the various existential risks that humanity faces in the 21st century, arguing that our technological advancements and scientific progress could lead to our own destruction. The author, an esteemed astrophysicist, discusses potential threats such as nuclear warfare, climate change, biotechnology, artificial intelligence, and cosmic events, emphasizing the need for ethical considerations and global cooperation to mitigate these risks. The book serves as a cautionary tale, urging readers to take action to ensure the survival of the human race in the face of self-inflicted and natural dangers that could make this century our last.

    The 6965th Greatest Book of All Time