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An authority on artificial intelligence introduces a theory that explores the workings of the human mind and the mysteries of thought.

An account of the American attempt to overthrow the Castro government in Cuba through an invasion of the island in 1961.

'Perhaps that moment had been exceptional, but still, I felt alive. That pressure on my chest means being alive.' Forty-nine, with a kind face, no serious ailments (apart from varicose veins on his ankles), a good salary and three moody children, widowed accountant Martin Santome is about to retire. He assumes he'll take up gardening, or the guitar, or whatever retired people do. What he least expects is to fall passionately in love with his shy young employee Laura Avellaneda. As they embark upon an affair, happy and irresponsible, Martin begins to feel the weight of his quiet existence lift - until, out of nowhere, their joy is cut short.

Explores the social, economic, psychological, and philosophical implications of tomorrow's technology.

A psychiatrist probes the effect of the atomic bomb on the emotions and consciences of the survivors.

Brings together the texts of Simon's Chapter Two, California Suite, God's Favorite, The Good Doctor, The Sunshine Boys, The Prisoner of Second Avenue, The Gingerbread Lady, and Little Me.