Chalmers, David J. - Reality+ Virtual Worlds and the Problems o
| Schrijver: | Chalmers, David J. |
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| Titel: | Reality+ Virtual Worlds and the Problems of Philosophy |
| ISBN: | 9780241320716 |
| Taal: | Engels |
| Uitgever: | Allen Lane |
| Bijzonderheden: | Goed, Gekartonneerd met stofomslag, 544p |
| Prijs: | € 20,00 |
| Verzendkosten: | € 4,50 (binnen Nederland) |
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'Reading it will change the way you think about the universe' Sean CarrollIn the coming decades, the technology that enables virtual and augmented reality will improve beyond recognition. Within a century, world-renowned philosopher David J. Chalmers predicts, we will have virtual worlds that are impossible to distinguish from non-virtual worlds. But is virtual reality just escapism?In a highly original work of 'technophilosophy', Chalmers argues categorically, no: virtual reality is genuine reality. Virtual worlds are not second-class worlds. We can live a meaningful life in virtual reality - and increasingly, we will.What is reality, anyway? How can we lead a good life? Is there a god? How do we know there's an external world - and how do we know we're not living in a computer simulation? In Reality+, Chalmers conducts a grand tour of philosophy, using cutting-edge technology to provide invigorating new answers to age-old questions.Drawing on examples from pop culture, literature and film that help bring philosophical issues to life, Reality+ is a mind-bending journey through virtual worlds, illuminating the nature of reality and our place within it.
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