One of the Washington Post's Best Nonfiction Books of 2022 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; thats 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 theres an external world? Is there a god? What is the nature of reality? Whats 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. Studded with illustrations that bring philosophical issues to life, Reality+ is a major statement that will shape discussion of philosophy, science, and technology for years to come. 56 illustrations
Reality+: Virtual Worlds and the Problems of Philosophy
$25.48 - $53.49
- UPC:
- 9780393635805
- Maximum Purchase:
- 2 units
- Binding:
- Hardcover
- Publication Date:
- 1/25/2022
- Release Date:
- 1/25/2022
- Author:
- Chalmers, David J.
- Language:
- English: Published; English: Original Language; English
- Pages:
- 544