This volume addresses philosophical questions raised by the
possibility of alien life and extraterrestrial intelligence. The
different philosophical perspectives and approaches presented across
the chapters will provide a foundation for future work on
exophilosophy. Interest in space, space exploration, and alien life
has never been greater. In popular culture, for example, it has proven
a persistent theme in science fiction films (e.g., Star Trek, Star
Wars), books (e.g., H. G. Wells, Arthur C. Clarke, Ray Bradbury), and
computer games (e.g., Sid Meier’s Alpha Centauri), as well as
bestselling ‘non- fiction’ books (von Däniken’s
multimillion-selling Chariots of the Gods?), and hit ‘documentary’
shows (e.g., Ancient Aliens). There has also been persistent interest
in these topics amongst scientists with organizations such as NASA and
SETI having an enormous impact on both the scientific and popular
imagination. Yet, curiously, the topic has received relatively little
philosophical attention. Whilst certain aspects of these topics remain
within the proper purview of the sciences, a host of philosophical
questions are raised by the possibility of alien life and
extraterrestrial intelligences, and the possibility of our coming into
contact with them. This collection of essays will examine some of
these questions whilst laying the groundwork for future study in an
as-yet under-researched area of philosophy. Exophilosophy is essential
reading for scholars and students with an interest in space and
philosophy, especially those working in philosophy of science,
metaphysics, epistemology, ethics, philosophy of language, and
philosophy of religion.
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The Philosophical Implications of Alien Life
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ISBN
9781040265123
Publisert
2024
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Utgiver
Taylor & Francis
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Product language
Engelsk
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Digital bok
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