Get Real: A Philosophical Adventure in Virtual Reality
| AUTHOR | Zhai; Zhai; Zhai et al. |
| PUBLISHER | Rowman & Littlefield Publishers (05/29/1998) |
| PRODUCT TYPE | Hardcover (Hardcover) |
Description
A unique and highly controversial defense of the possibilities in our new technologies to expand our idea of what is real. Zhai's explanation of the role significance of virtual reality is eye-openeing and completely original.
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ISBN-13:
9780847689835
ISBN-10:
0847689832
Binding:
Hardback or Cased Book (Sewn)
Content Language:
English
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Page Count:
256
Carton Quantity:
20
Product Dimensions:
6.30 x 0.82 x 9.30 inches
Weight:
1.12 pound(s)
Feature Codes:
Bibliography,
Index,
Dust Cover,
Price on Product,
Glossary,
Illustrated
Country of Origin:
US
Subject Information
BISAC Categories
Science | Philosophy & Social Aspects
Science | Virtual & Augmented Reality
Science | Metaphysics
Dewey Decimal:
110
Library of Congress Control Number:
97044738
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Is virtual reality merely a video game that consumes players immersed in its simulations? Or is it an immaterial world beckoning us to a future inside computers? Philosopher/engineer Philip Zhai tackles these questions with keen logical analysis and defense of the possibilities in our new technologies to expand our idea of what is real. Zhai's explanation of the role and significance of virtual reality is eye-opening and original. Illustrated.
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A unique and highly controversial defense of the possibilities in our new technologies to expand our idea of what is real. Zhai's explanation of the role significance of virtual reality is eye-openeing and completely original.
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