✨ Origin 2.0: From the Big Bang to the Future of Humanity A sweeping journey from the birth of the universe to the challenges—and possibilities—of tomorrow How did everything begin, and where are we headed? In Origin 2.0 , science entrepreneur and storyteller W. Marc Postlewaite takes you on a breathtaking, time-spanning expedition—from the first instant of cosmic creation to the rise of artificial intelligence and the uncertain future of our planet. Written in the poetic, crystal-clear style of Carl Sagan and Neil deGrasse Tyson, this book reveals how natural laws—not chance or miracles—have guided every step of the cosmic story. 🌌 From Nothing to Everything The universe erupts from a singularity, unleashing quantum fields, inflation, and the first particles of matter. - Stars ignite, forging the elements of life in their fiery cores. - Our Sun and solar system form from a swirling disk of gas and dust. 🌱 From Chemistry to Consciousness Simple molecules assemble into protocells, RNA, and DNA, sparking the earliest life. - Evolution writes and rewrites life’s story through mutation, selection, and mass extinctions. - Mammals, primates, and finally Homo sapiens emerge, developing language, memory, and the first glimmers of self-awareness. 🧠 From Belief to Technology Human groups weave myths and religions to bond societies and give meaning to survival. - Culture, politics, and science shape civilizations—while the same instincts that once ensured survival now drive conflict. - Artificial intelligence rises as a new evolutionary force, capable of reshaping energy, economies, and even the definition of life. 🌍 The Challenges Ahead Climate tipping points, AI autonomy, and global instability now converge as the next great test of human adaptability. Origin 2.0 asks: Can science, empathy, and wisdom outpace short-term thinking? - Could AI become a “mind beyond flesh,” guiding survival where human politics fail? - What purpose remains when survival itself is no longer the daily struggle? Why Readers Love Origin 2.0 Epic in scope, intimate in style – A grand cosmic narrative told with clarity and wonder. - Illustrated throughout – Diagrams, timelines, and striking art make complex science vivid and accessible. - Philosophically rich – Explores the nature of meaning, morality, and the illusion of free will without preaching. - Timely and forward-looking – Connects deep history to the urgent issues of climate change, AI, and the future of humanity. “Every atom of your body was once inside a star. Every choice you make is the latest ripple in a chain of causes stretching back to the Big Bang. This is the story of how it all fits together—and what may come next.” Whether you’re fascinated by cosmology , curious about life’s origins , or concerned about our future on an overheating planet , Origin 2.0 offers a thrilling, deeply human perspective on where we came from and where we might go. Perfect for readers of: Carl Sagan’s Cosmos • Yuval Noah Harari’s Sapiens • Brian Greene’s The Elegant Universe • Neil deGrasse Tyson’s Astrophysics for People in a Hurry ➡️ Join the voyage from stardust to superintelligence. Discover how the universe made you—and what comes next.