Readings in the Philosophy of Technology

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.

Author: David M. Kaplan
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Published: 10/16/2009
Pages: 602
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 2.80lbs
Size: 9.90h x 6.90w x 1.50d
ISBN13: 9780742564015
ISBN10: 0742564010
BISAC Categories:
- Technology & Engineering | General
- Science | Philosophy & Social Aspects

About the Author
David M. Kaplan is assistant professor of philosophy at the University of North Texas.