Is Data Human?: The Metaphysics Of Star Trek - Couverture souple

Hanley, Richard

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0465045480 ISBN 13 : 9780465045488

Editeur : Basic Books, 1998

Synopsis

Book by Hanley Rick

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur :

Professor Richard Hanley faced the dilemma plaguing so many philosophy professors today—how 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 before—a classroom packed with eager and enthusiastic students.

Biographie de l'auteur :

Richard Hanley is an assistant professor of philosophy at Central Michigan University. He has taught various Star Trek courses, including A Star Trek Introduction to Philosophy” and Philosophy of the Mind” using Star Trek episodes as examples.

À propos de cette édition

• Éditeur: Basic Books
• Date d'édition: 1998
• ISBN 10: 0465045480
• ISBN 13: 9780465045488
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 272