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Book SynopsisImmortal Passage: Philosophical Speculations on Posthuman Evolution is Asher Seidel''s speculative account of posthuman evolution. Seidel begins with the transitional period in which humans begin to live for significantly extended periods, then moves to the closer future in which, having transitioned, the now posthumans enjoy enhanced cognitive and creative powers. Finally, Seidel enters the distant future, where our descendants might possess abilities beyond the limits of what is presently conceivable. Seidel''s speculations engage various philosophical problems. Seidel seeks an ethical theory that co-develops with a deeper scientific understanding of ourselves. He also examines the metaphysical and epistemological presuppositions of his recommendation for human to posthuman transitioning, including mind-body dualism vigorous enough to allow for full-bodied consciousness, but insufficient for freewill; perceptual direct realism; and self-identity. As the speculations reach further
Trade ReviewSeidel's open and humble, yet reflective and disciplined, style should be emulated by all of us. Immortal Passage: Philosophical Speculations on Posthuman Evolution is a must read for philosophers and laypersons alike. -- Charles Tandy, Fooyin University, Taiwan
Table of ContentsChapter 1 Introduction Chapter 2 Chapter One. The Future of Ethics Chapter 3 Chapter Two. Minds and Related Matters Chapter 4 Chapter Three. On Transition Chapter 5 Chapter Four. The Colors of Life Chapter 6 Chapter Five. The Far Future Chapter 7 Chapter Six. At the Limits of the Conceivable Chapter 8 Chapter Seven. Loose Ends and Final Thoughts
