Philosophy of Technology (Paragon Issues in Philosophy) by Ihde, Don (1998) Paperback

by Ihde

Philosophy of Technology by Ihde,Don. [1998] Paperback

Genres: Philosophy, Technology, Nonfiction, Theory, Science

Paperback

First published April 13, 1998

Reviews

[Bryan Kibbe · Rating 4 out of 5]

Don Ihde is a well known philosopher of technology, perhaps best known for his "post-phenomenological" treatment of human-technology relationships in Technology and the Lifeworld. As such, it was great to read through his take on what an introduction to the field of the philosophy of technology consists in. Ihde does a great job of highlighting the development of the field, problems in the field, and providing readers with reading lists for further investigation. I would especially recommend chapters 3 (Problems and Technology) and 4 (Technology of Phenomenon). Each of these chapters was especially clear and insightful, and I would not hesitate to use them in teaching undergraduates.

[Gilian · Rating 4 out of 5]

A well-written introduction to the subject. It places the philosophy of technology in its context within the history of philosophy. Plenty of references to other works.