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Reality+

By Chalmers, David J.

Reality+ Philosophy

Reality+

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From one of our leading thinkers, a dazzling philosophical journey through virtual worlds In 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.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Edition:
1
Number of Pages:
520
Release Date:
2023-02-07
Publication Date:
2023-02-07
Publisher:
Penguin Books Ltd (UK)
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
0141986786
ISBN13:
9780141986784
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[email protected]
Weight:
372 g
Height:
126 cm
Width:
194 cm
Thickness:
29 cm
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