{"title":"Francesca Ferrando","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the fascinating world of Francesca Ferrando, a pioneering voice in the realm of philosophy and posthumanism. Her thought-provoking works delve into the evolving nature of humanity in the face of rapid technological advancement and change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrancesca Ferrando is celebrated for her insightful exploration of emerging philosophical paradigms. Her books, such as \u003cem\u003ePhilosophical Posthumanism\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eThe Art of Being Posthuman\u003c\/em\u003e, invite readers to rethink traditional human-centric viewpoints and consider broader existential questions. These works are essential reads for those interested in the intersection of technology, identity, and philosophy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSpanning categories of Philosophy and Psychology, her collection offers a nuanced perspective that challenges conventional beliefs and encourages a deeper understanding of the future of humanity and our place in the cosmos. Embark on an intellectually enriching journey with Ferrando's compelling prose and pioneering ideas.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"philosophical-posthumanism-by-francesca-ferrando-9781350186019","title":"Philosophical Posthumanism","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe notion of ‘the human’ is in need of urgent redefinition. At a time of radical bio-technological developments, and in light of the political and environmental imperatives of our age, the term ‘posthuman’ provides an alternative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe philosophical landscape which has developed as a response to the crisis of the human includes several movements, such as: Posthumanism, Transhumanism, Antihumanism, and Object Oriented Ontology. This book explains the similarities and differences between these currents and offers a detailed examination of a number of topics that fall under the “posthuman” umbrella, including the anthropocene, artificial intelligence, and the deconstruction of the human.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrancesca Ferrando affords particular focus to \u003cem\u003ePhilosophical Posthumanism\u003c\/em\u003e, defined as a philosophy of mediation which addresses the meaning of humanity not in separation, but in relation to technology and ecology. The posthuman shift thus emerges in the global call for social change, responsible science, and multispecies coexistence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000702976236,"sku":"9781350186019","price":65.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/19772473482668.jpg?v=1763298802"},{"product_id":"the-art-of-being-posthuman-by-francesca-ferrando-9781509548965","title":"The Art of Being Posthuman","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book offers a comprehensive reflection on the existential condition of the 21st century. A visionary introduction to existential posthumanism, it takes the form of eight meditations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis posthuman journey of self-inquiry engages with a wide range of knowledge and wisdom: from the Paleolithic times to the futures of radical life extension, from multi-species evolutions to the rights of Nature, the Anthropocene, and the rise of Artificial Intelligence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book declutters the habit of being human. Letting go of the need for anthropocentric mastery and species-specific ambitions, the reader emerges regenerated. The manifold paths of posthuman self-realization reveal that we are all co-creators in the existential unfolding: our lives are our ultimate works of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Art of Being Posthuman\u003c\/i\u003e is a self-help guide to navigate our brave new world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou can listen to Dr. Ferrando talk about the book’s key themes in these videos: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=ZMo7yovLMXw\u0026amp;list=PLAXeXR1DbC1reOG_42oX6JSEOhF7S8gJa\u0026amp;index=1\"\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0HdjFD53xXk\u0026amp;list=PLAXeXR1DbC1reOG_42oX6JSEOhF7S8gJa\u0026amp;index=2\"\u003eConclusion\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000763138284,"sku":"9781509548965","price":42.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/12511903482725.jpg?v=1763302887"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/francesca-ferrando.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}