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A transcendent look at the possible effects of enhanced intelligence on our planet.

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1 author picked Brainwave as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

This is another book that stuck with me for many years.

What would happen if animals suddenly had increased intelligence and the power of speech? They would need to start a society from scratch. How would they accomplish this?

This unique premise just fascinated me, and I think it is a very underrated classic science fiction novel.

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