Is Data Human?: The Metaphysics Of Star Trek
Type
Book
Authors
ISBN 10
0465045480
ISBN 13
9780465045488
Category
Philosophy
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Publication Year
1998
Publisher
Pages
272
Description
Professor Richard Hanley faced the dilemma plaguing so many philosophy professors todayhow to entice students into the classroom. Based upon his own successful course, Is Data Human presents a thoroughly unique and enjoyable way of introducing students to the basic concepts of philosophy as seen through the lens of Star Trek. From the nature of a person, of minds, and of consciousness, to ethics and morality, to the nature and extent of knowledge and free will, Hanley brings a fresh perspective to the contemporary debates concerning humankind’s place in the world.Dare to boldly go where no philosophy professor has gone beforea classroom packed with eager and enthusiastic students. - from Amzon
Number of Copies
1
