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Human Extinction
A History of the Science and Ethics of Annihilation
Book • 2024
Émile Torres's "Human Extinction" provides a comprehensive historical analysis of humanity's understanding of annihilation, tracing its evolution from ancient cyclical views to the contemporary concept of complete and irreversible disappearance.
The book explores the scientific and ethical dimensions of extinction, examining the potential risks posed by technological advancements and environmental degradation.
It delves into the anxieties surrounding extinction among powerful individuals and the implications of their decisions.
Torres critically analyzes long-termism and related ideologies, highlighting their potential for harm and their connection to historical eugenic movements.
The work offers a nuanced perspective on the complex interplay between human actions and the future of our species.
The book explores the scientific and ethical dimensions of extinction, examining the potential risks posed by technological advancements and environmental degradation.
It delves into the anxieties surrounding extinction among powerful individuals and the implications of their decisions.
Torres critically analyzes long-termism and related ideologies, highlighting their potential for harm and their connection to historical eugenic movements.
The work offers a nuanced perspective on the complex interplay between human actions and the future of our species.
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Rachel Donald as the basis for the podcast episode, discussing their book on human extinction.
Rachel Donald as the basis for the podcast episode, discussing their book on human extinction.
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Is the End Nigh? | Émile Torres
Referenced by Emile Torres when discussing the differences between books written by the author and ChatGPT.
Mind Uploading and Life Extension
