O'Connell, Mark
To Be a Machine
- ISBN 13:
- 9781783781980
- author:
- O'Connell, Mark
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Granta Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 129 mm X 198 mm
- Genre:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 1.5 centimetres (0, Computers, Special Topics, Information Technology,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 6 working days
Description
Mark O'Connell explores transhumanism in this thought-provoking work. He delves into its philosophical and scientific underpinnings, examining the ideas and practices of those seeking to transcend human limitations. From tech enthusiasts aiming to enhance the body to immortalists who believe death can be solved, O'Connell presents a vivid portrait of an international movement driven by innovative yet often disturbing concepts. This book offers insight into a cultural phenomenon that reflects our broader faith in technology's power to drive human progress. By examining the key players and possible futures of transhumanism, O'Connell sheds light on a complex and intriguing subject.
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