Where are the Flying Cars? Science, Technology, and Public Policy
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John Youker., & John Youker|AUTHOR. (2015). Where are the Flying Cars? Science, Technology, and Public Policy . John Youker.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)John Youker and John Youker|AUTHOR. 2015. Where Are the Flying Cars? Science, Technology, and Public Policy. John Youker.
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Full title | where are the flying cars science technology and public policy |
Author | youker john |
Grouping Category | book |
Last Update | 2024-05-14 23:01:43PM |
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