To Be a Machine : Adventures Among Cyborgs, Utopians, Hackers, and the Futurists Solving the Modest Problem of Death
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2017
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PhilosophyVarious • Contemporary
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Technology2017
Adult
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To Be a Machine: Adventures Among Cyborgs, Utopians, Hackers, and the Futurists Solving the Modest Problem of Death by Mark O'Connell explores people who are fascinated by and actively engage with transhumanism. The book examines their diverse pursuits in extending human life, merging human with machine, and challenging mortality, offering insights into the motivations and implications of these technologies.
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Mark O'Connell's To Be a Machine offers an engaging exploration of transhumanism, praised for its wit and thought-provoking insights. Critics commend O'Connell's humor and relatable perspective on ambitious technological pursuits. Some reviewers note a lack of depth in technical details. Overall, the book effectively balances skepticism and curiosity about humanity's future.
A reader intrigued by the intersection of technology and philosophy, fascinated by transhumanism, and curious about the implications of merging humans with machines would enjoy To Be a Machine. Comparable works include Mary Roach's Stiff and Ray Kurzweil's The Singularity Is Near.
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PhilosophyVarious • Contemporary
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Technology2017
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