Looks at how emotions shape human thinking and creativity, introduces a model of emotion for the computer, and explains how this could affect the future of computing

What does it mean to 'believe' in America? Why do we speak of our country as having a higher purpose? Author Gelernter traces the emergence of America as the embodiment of a powerful religious idea. Americanism begins with the Puritan settlers in New England who saw themselves as the new children of Israel and whose faith-based ideals of liberty, equality, and democratic governance had a greater influence on the nation's founders than the Enlightenment. These concepts were gradually transformed into a secular religion of freedom, with followers throughout the world. Its adherents have included oppressed peoples everywhere--from the patriots of the Hungarian Revolution to the martyred Chinese dissidents of Tiananmen Square. Americanism is a powerful reminder of America's dedication to spreading freedom--surely one of the most profound and beautiful religious ideas the world has ever known.--From publisher description.A leading conservative thinker traces the origins and evolution of America as a powerful religious idea, examining the influence of America's idealistic fighting faith on key historical events, from the founding of the first colonies to the War on Terror.

Considers opposing opinions on various issues concerning the economic future of America in the Twenty-first century, with a focus on the effects of the economy on society, politics, and the government.

Argues that simplicity and power in the design of computer hardware and software lead to a technological beauty that parallels the thought processes of the computer user (view table of contents)

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A man who lived through an attack by the infamous Unabomber offers his personal tale of survival and resilience and challenges society to recognize that a willingness to acknowledge the presence of evil will provide the greatest weapon against it. 50,000 first printing. Tour.

Offers a portrait of the 1939 World's Fair in New York City, examining its pivotal post-Depression and pre-World War II climate and citing its role in history and international relations