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Reality+ Virtual Worlds & the Problems of Philosophy

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Reality+ Virtual Worlds & the Problems of Philosophy

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ISBN: 9780141986784
Title: Reality+ Virtual Worlds & the Problems of Philosophy
Author: CHALMERS DAVID J


A leading philosopher takes a mind-bending journey through virtual worlds, illuminating the nature of reality and our place within it.


Virtual reality is genuine reality; that's the central thesis of Reality+. In a highly original work of \"technophilosophy,\" David J. Chalmers gives a compelling analysis of our technological future. He argues that virtual worlds are not second-class worlds, and that we can live a meaningful life in virtual reality. We may even be in a virtual world already.


Along the way, Chalmers conducts a grand tour of big ideas in philosophy and science. He uses virtual reality technology to offer a new perspective on long-established philosophical questions. How do we know that there's an external world? Is there a god? What is the nature of reality? What's the relation between mind and body? How can we lead a good life? All of these questions are illuminated or transformed by Chalmers' mind-bending analysis.


Reality+ is a major statement that will shape discussion of philosophy, science, and technology for years to come.

Format: Paperback
Price: $32.00

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Dimensions 198 × 129 × 23 mm