{"product_id":"like-a-splinter-in-your-mind-9781405125239","title":"Like a Splinter in Your Mind","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeads readers through the myriad of philosophical themes within the Matrix trilogy, helping them to gain a better understanding of the films and of philosophy itself. This title covers thirteen of the biggest philosophical questions in thirteen self-sufficient chapters suitable for course use.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Lawrence's examples enable a reader well-versed in the series to understand the complex philosophical issues and perspectives represented by the various characters and events.” (\u003ci\u003eJournal of the Fantastic In the Arts\u003c\/i\u003e)  \u003cp\u003e\"Given the wide variety of topics covered, the unique perspective, and the inviting style, \u003ci\u003eSplinter\u003c\/i\u003e truly is the book Matrix fans have been waiting for. As an introduction to philosophy, it's first-rate, both for fans of the trilogy, and even those who aren't.\" (\u003ci\u003eTHEMATRIX101.COM\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"The book is exceptionally well-organized: Lawrence has done a remarkable job of isolating the salient issues and examining them systematically, one by one, chapter by chapter, in a colloquial, witty style that enhances the accessibility of his method.\" (\u003ci\u003eThe Boston Phoenix, Friday September 24, 2004\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntroduction. \u003cp\u003eBefore the Philosophy – Understanding the Films.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1. Tumbling Down the Rabbit Hole: Knowledge, Reality, and the Pit of Skepticism.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2. Mind and Body in Zion.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3. Are Sentient Machines Possible?.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4. There is No Spoon: Does matter really exist?.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5. Virtual Bodies: The Social Construction of Race and Gender in the Matrix.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6. The Problem is Choice: Control, Free Will, and Causal Determinism.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7. How to Really Bake Your Noodle: Time, Fate, and the Problem of Foreknowledge.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8. Smith's Moral Challenge.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9. De-Cyphering Right and Wrong.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10. Morpheus and the Leap of Faith.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11. Existentialism for Sentient Programs.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12. The Tao of the Code.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13. Overcoming Our Own Matrix.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEXTRAS.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCast of Matrix Characters.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMatrix Glossary.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePhilosophy Glossary\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"John Wiley and Sons Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49407863128407,"sku":"9781405125239","price":78.26,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781405125239.jpg?v=1730500777","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/like-a-splinter-in-your-mind-9781405125239","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}