Terminator and Philosophy

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I'll Be Back, Therefore I Am

By William Irwin and Kevin S. Decker and Richard Brown

Series: The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series

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Terminator and Philosophy delves into the intriguing philosophical questions posed by the Terminator films. It explores themes like the nature of consciousness, identity, and the ethics of artificial intelligence. The authors examine how these films reflect and challenge real-world philosophical ideas, offering a deeper understanding of both the cinematic narrative and the philosophical concepts involved.
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You might enjoy this book if you have an interest in exploring the philosophical and psychological themes behind the iconic sci-fi franchise. It delves into questions about artificial intelligence, morality, and the nature of humanity, making it perfect for fans of both thought-provoking philosophy and the excitement of futuristic narratives.

Terminator and Philosophy

Uses science fiction to provoke reflection and discussion on philosophical issues. This book explores puzzles about virtual reality, trans humanism, whether time travel is possible, the nature of artificial intelligence, and topics in neuroethics, among other timely issues. It is suitable for seasoned philosophers and scientists.

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Are cyborgs our friends or our enemies?

Was it morally right for Skynet to nuke us?

Is John Connor free to choose to defend humanity, or not?

Is Judgment Day inevitable?

The Terminator series is one of the most popular sci-fi franchises ever created, captivating millions with its edgy depiction of the struggle of humankind for survival against its own creations. This book draws on some of history’s philosophical heavy hitters: Descartes, Kant, Karl Marx, and many more.

Nineteen leather-clad chapters target with extreme prejudice the mysteries surrounding intriguing philosophical issues raised by the series, including the morality of terminating other people for the sake of peace, whether we can really use time travel to protect our future resistance leaders in the past, and if Arnold’s famous T-101 is a real person or not.

You’ll say “Hasta la vista, baby” to philosophical confusion as you develop a new appreciation for the complexities of John and Sarah Connor and the battles between Skynet and the human race.

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Terminator and Philosophy is praised for its clear and accessible essays, making it a must-read for fans of the Terminator series and those interested in philosophical discourse. The text combines entertainment with thought-provoking insights, effectively bridging pop culture and academic discussion.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780470447987

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 April 2009

Country: United States

Imprint: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 226.0mm

Weight: 431g

Pages: 304

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Arts & Culture Kevin S. Decker Non-Fiction Philosophy & Psychology Philosophy & Stoicism Richard Brown Series: The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series William Irwin

About the Author

RICHARD BROWN is an assistant professor at LaGuardia Community College's Philosophy and Critical Thinking Program in New York City. KEVIN S. DECKER is an assistant professor of philosophy at Eastern Washington University. He coedited Star Wars and Philosophy and Star Trek and Philosophy. WILLIAM IRWIN is a professor of philosophy at King's College. He originated the philosophy and popular culture genre of books as coeditor of the bestselling The Simpsons and Philosophy and has overseen recent titles including Batman and Philosophy, House and Philosophy, and Watchmen and Philosophy.