Readings in the Philosophy of Technology

by David M. Kaplan (Editor)

Ideal for professors who want to provide a comprehensive set of the most important readings in the philosophy of technology, from foundational to the cutting edge, this book introduces students to the various ways in which societies, technologies, and environments shape one another. The readings examine the nature of technology as well as the effects of technologies upon human knowledge, activities, societies, and environments. Students will learn to appreciate the ways that philosophy informs our understanding of technology, and to see how technology relates to ethics, politics, nature, human nature, computers, science, food, and animals.

Genres: Philosophy, Nonfiction

603 pages, Kindle Edition

First published December 23, 2003

Reviews

[Les Dart · Rating 4 out of 5]

More orthodox anthology. Not as contemporary and the introductory material is not as insightful. Nonetheless a good compliation I would say is designed for senior undergraduate courses in the subject of PhilTech.

[Vidar · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book for those that are interested in the epistemological and ontological foundation for our understanding of technology and ourselves. Contains some of the best philosophical classical texts in this field as well as more recent contributions, i.e Don Ihde, Bruno Latour

[Claire W Mills · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good assortment of accessible level articles on a variety of topics in the philosophy of technology.

[Eunice · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very challenging set of readings for oyr subject in philo of tech