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The numerati

by Stephen Baker (2008)

About this book

"The Numerati" shows how a powerful new endeavor--the mathematical modeling of humanity--stands to transform everyone's daily life.

Setting / LocationGlobal
Story EraModern Era
Protagonist / CoreThe numerati Lead Character

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