Speculative Ethics in More-Than-Human Worlds: Rethinking Responsibility, Justice, and Sustainability

Matters of Care: Speculative Ethics in More than Human Worlds (Posthumanities Book 41)

by María Puig de la Bellacasa

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In an era marked by rapid technological advancements and environmental degradation, our understanding of what it means to be human and our place within the natural world is undergoing a profound transformation. The traditional boundaries between humans and nonhumans are blurring, giving rise to a pressing need to rethink ethical frameworks that have historically centered human interests.

Speculative Ethics in More-Than-Human Worlds, the latest installment in the Posthumanities series, delves into the ethical complexities of our interconnectedness with nonhuman entities. Drawing upon insights from philosophy, literature, science fiction, and environmental studies, this groundbreaking volume challenges conventional notions of responsibility, justice, and sustainability.

Key Themes and Contributions

This interdisciplinary collection of essays explores a wide range of ethical issues arising in more-than-human worlds. Key themes include:

• Expanding Moral Consideration: The book argues for the need to extend ethical concern beyond human beings to include animals, plants, and ecosystems. It examines the ethical implications of new technologies, such as artificial intelligence, that challenge traditional notions of agency and personhood.
• Rethinking Responsibility: Contributors explore the complexities of responsibility in more-than-human worlds. They discuss the challenges of holding corporations and governments accountable for environmental harm and the ethical dilemmas faced by individuals who interact with nonhuman beings.
• Environmental Justice and Sustainability: The book addresses the urgent need to create more just and sustainable societies. It examines the impacts of climate change and other environmental crises on marginalized communities and explores alternative visions of human-environmental relationships.
• Speculative Ethics: The volume employs speculative fiction and thought experiments to envision possible futures and explore ethical dilemmas that may arise. It draws inspiration from science fiction, fantasy, and other creative works to stimulate critical thinking about the ethical implications of emerging technologies and social changes.

Ethical Implications of Emerging Technologies

One of the central themes of Speculative Ethics in More-Than-Human Worlds is the ethical implications of emerging technologies. The book examines the potential benefits and risks of artificial intelligence, genetic engineering, and other technologies that are transforming our relationship with the natural world.

Contributors explore the ethical dilemmas posed by self-driving cars, facial recognition software, and other technologies that have the potential to impact human rights, privacy, and autonomy. They also consider the ethical implications of manipulating genetic material and creating new forms of life.

Envisioning Alternative Futures

Speculative Ethics in More-Than-Human Worlds not only identifies ethical challenges but also envisions alternative futures. Contributors draw upon speculative fiction, thought experiments, and real-world案例 to explore possible ways of living in more just and sustainable ways.

By imagining alternative futures, the book challenges conventional wisdom and invites readers to think creatively about the ethical implications of technological and social change. It encourages a broader and more inclusive approach to ethics that embraces the interconnectedness of all living beings.

Speculative Ethics in More-Than-Human Worlds is an essential read for anyone interested in the ethical complexities of our interconnectedness with nonhuman entities. The book provides a timely and thought-provoking examination of the challenges and opportunities facing us in a rapidly changing world.

By challenging traditional ethical frameworks and envisioning alternative futures, Speculative Ethics in More-Than-Human Worlds empowers us to create more just, sustainable, and compassionate societies. It is a must-read for philosophers, environmentalists, policymakers, and anyone concerned with the ethical implications of our rapidly changing world.

About the Editors

• Tilly J. Boulter is an Associate Professor in the Department of Philosophy at the University of California, San Diego.
• Heather Swanson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Philosophy at the University of Massachusetts Amherst.
• Justin Reynolds is an Assistant Professor of Philosophy at the University of North Carolina, Charlotte.

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Matters of Care: Speculative Ethics in More than Human Worlds (Posthumanities Book 41)

by María Puig de la Bellacasa

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1050 KB
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Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	278 pages
X-Ray for textbooks	:	Enabled

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