Goertzel, Ben
A Cosmist Manifesto: Practical Philosophy for the Posthuman Age
- ISBN 13:
- 9780984609703
- author:
- Goertzel, Ben
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Humanity+
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2010
- Pages:
- 360
- Dimensions:
- 20.3 x 12.7 x 1.9 centimeters (0
- Genre:
- Science, General, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
A Cosmist Manifesto: Practical Philosophy for the Posthuman Age by Ben Goertzel explores the intersection of Western and Eastern philosophy with modern technology and science. This 21st-century twist on the concept of Cosmism offers a fresh perspective on understanding ourselves and our universe in the face of rapid technological advancements. The book delves into topics such as artificial intelligence, nanotechnology, immortality, psychedelics, meditation, future social structures, psi phenomena, alien and cetacean intelligence, and the Singularity. Goertzel's Cosmist Manifesto provides a clear and practical approach to navigating these complex and often seemingly contradictory ideas. By examining the possibilities of advanced technology and their implications for human society, this book aims to make sense of even the most futuristic concepts in a straightforward and accessible way.
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