The Beginning of Infinity: Explanations That Transform the World
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David Deutsch. (2011). The Beginning of Infinity: Explanations That Transform the World. Unabridged Ascent Audio.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation (style guide)David Deutsch. 2011. The Beginning of Infinity: Explanations That Transform the World. Ascent Audio.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities Citation (style guide)David Deutsch, The Beginning of Infinity: Explanations That Transform the World. Ascent Audio, 2011.
MLA Citation (style guide)David Deutsch. The Beginning of Infinity: Explanations That Transform the World. Unabridged Ascent Audio, 2011.
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