Explore the intriguing intersection of technology and philosophy with **Black Mirror and Philosophy**. This compelling anthology investigates the chilling, speculative narratives of the Emmy-winning Netflix series, *Black Mirror*, inviting readers to confront uncomfortable truths about the human condition in our digital age. The book features original essays by an eclectic mix of scholars that delve into the ethical and existential dilemmas presented in each episode across all five seasons. Accompanied by a unique analysis of 'Bandersnatch', this collection examines provocative questions: Have we ceded too much power to social media? Can technology create a digital heaven on Earth? Should crowd-sourced justice be a reality? Join us on this intellectual journey as we dissect themes of artificial intelligence, virtual reality, surveillance, privacy, love, and the nature of existence. Perfect for fans of *Black Mirror*, philosophy enthusiasts, or anyone keen to explore the darker sides of modern technology. With **384 pages** of engaging discourse from a variety of philosophical perspectives, this book is a must-have for your collection. Whether you are looking to deepen your understanding or spark a conversation, -Black Mirror and Philosophy- is your guide to navigating the moral complexities of our tech-dominated world. **Free shipping** is available for this item, and please allow up to **6 weeks for delivery**. Note: Orders cannot be canceled once placed.

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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781119578260
Year: 2019
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc (US)
Pages: 384


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A philosophical look at the twisted, high-tech near-future of the sci-fi anthology series Black Mirror, offering a glimpse of the darkest reflections of the human condition in digital technology


Black Mirror?the Emmy-winning Netflix series that holds up a dark, digital mirror of speculative technologies to modern society”shows us a high-tech world where it is all too easy to fall victim to ever-evolving forms of social control.In Black Mirror and Philosophy, original essays written by a diverse group of scholars invite you to peer into the void and explore the philosophical, ethical, and existential dimensions of Charlie Brooker™s sinister stories. The collection reflects Black Mirror™s anthology structure by pairing a chapter with every episode in the show™s five seasons”including an interactive, choose-your-own-adventure analysis of Bandersnatch”and concludes with general essays that explore the series™ broader themes. Chapters address questions about artificial intelligence, virtual reality, surveillance, privacy, love, death, criminal behavior, and politics, including:


Have we given social media too much power over our lives?

Could heaven really, one day, be a place on Earth?

Should criminal justice and punishment be crowdsourced?

What rights should a ścookieť have?



Immersive, engaging, and experimental, Black Mirror and Philosophy navigates the intellectual landscape of Brooker™s morality plays for the modern world, where humanity™s greatest innovations an