Philosophy of Technology (Prentice-hall Foundations of Philosophy Series) - Softcover

Ferre, Frederick

Softcover

ISBN 10: 013662586X ISBN 13: 9780136625865

Publisher: Pearson College Div, 1988

Synopsis

In this widely taught introductory survey, Frederick Ferré explains the fundamental concerns and methods of philosophy and then guides readers through a philosophical inquiry into some of the major issues surrounding technology's impact on our lives.The first half of the book concentrates on key definitions and epistemological issues, including an overview of philosophy as applied to technology, a definition of technology, and an examination of technology as it relates to practical and theoretical intelligence--especially how high technology relates to modern science and how science depends on technical craft. The second half addresses the problems of living with technology. Ferré contrasts Karl Marx's and Buckminster Fuller's "bright" visions of technology and modern existence with the "somber" visions of Martin Heidegger and Herbert Marcuse. Next, in offering direction for an ethical assessment of technology, Ferré poses questions about workplace automation, computers, nuc

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In this widely taught introductory survey, Frederick Ferre explains the fundamental concerns and methods of philosophy and then guides readers through a philosophical inquiry into some of the major issues surrounding technology's impact on our lives.

About the Author

Frederick Ferre is Research Professor of Philosophy at the University of Georgia. His many books include "Ethics and Environmental Policy: Theory meets Practice" (Georgia), which he coedited with Peter Hartel, and "Hellfire and Lightning Rods: Liberating Science, Technology, and Religion."

Edition details

• Publisher: Pearson College Div
• Publication date: 1988
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 013662586X
• ISBN 13: 9780136625865
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 147