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Philosophical Posthumanism
Series: Theory in the New Humanities
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The notion of ‘the human’ is in need of urgent redefinition. At a time of radical bio-technological developments, and in light of the political and environmental imperatives of our age, the term ‘posthuman’ provides an alternative.
The philosophical landscape which has developed as a response to the crisis of the human includes several movements, such as: Posthumanism, Transhumanism, Antihumanism, and Object Oriented Ontology. This book explains the similarities and differences between these currents and offers a detailed examination of a number of topics that fall under the “posthuman” umbrella, including the anthropocene, artificial intelligence, and the deconstruction of the human.
Francesca Ferrando affords particular focus to Philosophical Posthumanism, defined as a philosophy of mediation which addresses the meaning of humanity not in separation, but in relation to technology and ecology. The posthuman shift thus emerges in the global call for social change, responsible science, and multispecies coexistence.
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Philosophical Posthumanism by Francesca Ferrando is praised for its insightful and original exploration of posthumanism, skilfully disentangling complex theories and offering fresh perspectives. It serves as both an accessible introduction for new readers and provides innovative content for those familiar with the field. Reviewers particularly commend Ferrando's engaging writing style, which balances rigorous scholarship with an inspiring vision of a posthuman future.
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ISBN: 9781350186019
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 25 June 2020
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Bloomsbury Academic
Contributors:
- Preface by Professor Rosi Braidotti
Audience: Tertiary education
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 20.0mm
Width: 156.0mm
Height: 234.0mm
Weight: 480g
Pages: 296
About the Author
Francesca Ferrando is Adjunct Assistant Professor of Philosophy at NYU-Liberal Studies, New York University, USA. A leading voice in the field of Posthuman Studies and founder of the NY Posthuman Research Group, she is the recipient of numerous honors and recognitions.
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