{"product_id":"the-long-history-of-the","title":"The Long History of the Future: Why Tomorrow's Technology Still Isn't Here","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy do the technologies of tomorrow always seem just out of reach? Discover the surprising, fascinating history behind our future—and what it truly takes for groundbreaking innovation to become everyday reality.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Book:\u003c\/b\u003e From flying cars, driverless vehicles, and hyperloops to smart cities and bionic humans, humanity has spent decades imagining a world radically transformed by futuristic technology. Yet, why do these revolutionary ideas always seem to remain just beyond our grasp?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eThe Long History of the Future\u003c\/i\u003e, acclaimed technology journalist Nicole Kobie uncovers the compelling stories behind the inventions promised to change the world. Through the triumphs and struggles of visionary scientists, pioneering engineers, and bold inventors, Kobie reveals why even the most brilliant concepts take decades—or even centuries—to become practical, affordable, and widely adopted. Blending rigorous history with captivating storytelling, this deeply researched book explores how ambitious inventions evolve through countless setbacks and unexpected twists. It is an essential read for anyone curious about how innovation really happens and why the future rarely arrives exactly as imagined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFascinating Historical Insights:\u003c\/b\u003e Explores the real, untold history behind futuristic technologies like flying cars, smart cities, and autonomous vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eExpert Author:\u003c\/b\u003e Written by acclaimed technology journalist Nicole Kobie, known for her engaging and deeply researched prose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBusts Innovation Myths:\u003c\/b\u003e Explains why breakthrough inventions often take far longer to become reality than expected and what hurdles truly stand in the way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBroad Appeal:\u003c\/b\u003e Ideal for readers passionate about popular science, futurism, engineering, artificial intelligence, and the history of human invention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"BEETLE BOOK SHOP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53746499682587,"sku":null,"price":509.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/2150\/0699\/files\/81nWdPMS47L._SL1500.jpg?v=1787121078","url":"https:\/\/beetlebookshop.com\/kn\/products\/the-long-history-of-the","provider":"Beetle Book Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}