The politics and ethics of transhumanism: techno-human evolution and advanced capitalism
"This book interrogates the promises of transhumanism, arguing that it is deeply entwined with capitalist ideology. It casts doubt on a utopian techno-capitalist narrative of unending progress and shows how an alternative ethical framework might foster a more inclusive future."
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| Summary: | "This book interrogates the promises of transhumanism, arguing that it is deeply entwined with capitalist ideology. It casts doubt on a utopian techno-capitalist narrative of unending progress and shows how an alternative ethical framework might foster a more inclusive future." |
| Physical Description: | iv, 252 Seiten 24 cm |
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Contents Acknowledgements 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 iv A Brief History of Transhumanism and its Critics The Logics and Trajectories of Advanced Capitalism Technologies of Power and Control Data Totalitarianism Transcendent Conformity Systemic Dehumanization Towards an Ethics for the Future: Posthumanism and Adorno s Aporia Conclusion: An Imminent Critique of Transhumanist Values in an Advanced Capitalist Context 1 32 71 99 127 159 195 214 221 242 References Index iii |
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