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Science Fiction And Philosophy: From Time Travel To Superintelligence
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Featuring Numerous Updates And Enhancements, Science Fiction And Philosophy, 2Nd Edition, Presents A Collection Of Readings That Utilize Concepts Developed From Science Fiction To Explore A Variety Of Classic And Contemporary Philosophical Issues.Uses Science Fiction To Address A Series Of Classic And Contemporary Philosophical Issues, Including Many Raised By Recent Scientific Developments Explores Questions Relating To Transhumanism, Brain Enhancement, Time Travel, The Nature Of The Self, And The Ethics Of Artificial Intelligence Features Numerous Updates To The Popular And Highly Acclaimed First Edition, Including New Chapters Addressing The Cuttingedge Topic Of The Technological Singularity Draws On A Broad Range Of Science Fictions More Familiar Novels, Films, And Tv Series, Including I, Robot, The Hunger Games, The Matrix, Star Trek, Blade Runner, And Brave New World Provides A Gateway Into Classic Philosophical Puzzles And Topics Informed By The Latest Technology
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Science Fiction and Philosophy: From Time Travel to Superintelligence'? A: The book explores classic and contemporary philosophical issues through the lens of science fiction, addressing topics such as transhumanism, time travel, and artificial intelligence ethics.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Science Fiction and Philosophy' is Susan Schneider.
- Q: What edition is this book? A: This is the 2nd edition of 'Science Fiction and Philosophy'.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on March 7, 2016.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains a total of 432 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in philosophy? A: Yes, the book serves as a gateway into classic philosophical puzzles and is accessible for those new to the subject.
- Q: Does this book include updates from the first edition? A: Yes, the 2nd edition features numerous updates and new chapters addressing contemporary topics like the technological singularity.
- Q: What kind of science fiction works does this book reference? A: The book references a variety of well-known science fiction novels, films, and TV series, including 'I, Robot', 'The Matrix', and 'Star Trek'.
- Q: Can this book help readers understand modern ethical dilemmas? A: Yes, it utilizes science fiction scenarios to explore and clarify various ethical dilemmas associated with advancements in technology.