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The Biological Time Bomb

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Gordon Rattray Taylor's The Biological Time Bomb (1968) is a work that warns of the potential dangers of scientific and technological advancements. The book became a bestseller and was translated into numerous languages. Taylor, a British author specializing in popular science and social issues, also wrote other notable books such as Sex in History and The Natural History of the Mind. His work often explored the implications of progress, with The Biological Time Bomb specifically highlighting concerns about the future.1

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