Critical acclaim for Sex, Bombs, and Burgers:

“Hugely entertaining. Nowak—an experienced journalist—confidently treads where other historians of technology might avoid.” —THE NEW SCIENTIST

“An enjoyable and informative history of the surprising origins of some of the technological ‘marvels’ that underpin the modern world.” —BBC FOCUS

“Thought-provoking. You can think of it, if you wish, as a modern version of Mandeville's The Fable of the Bees, which proposed that society's vices are actually good for overall economic health.” —THE GUARDIAN

“Witty and well-researched . . . An engaging read, leaving one with several ‘I did not know that’ moments.” —THE GLOBE AND MAIL

The title of this book is an optimistic meditation on the future of humankind and technology. Nowak, a technology journalist, offers his perspectives on how technological advances will positively impact the quality of human life. Using anecdotes and cherry-picked data, the author weaves an entertaining, at times comical, narrative. .. . In ten chapters, the author explores how technology will impact human evolution, economics, health, jobs, arts, relationships, identity, belief, and happiness. .. .The merit of this readable volume lies in its futuristic musings on the technological 'singularity movement' and how technological advancements may improve life and usher humankind into a 'third era.' --D. D. Tritt, University of South Carolina Aiken

– Choice Reviews