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[HUMAN VOICE] "On green" by Joe Carlsmith

LessWrong (Curated & Popular)

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Exploring the Symbolism of Green in Fantasy Narratives

This chapter delves into the multifaceted symbolism of the color green in fantasy narratives, drawing inspiration from Ursula Le Guin's works. It explores green as a representation of wisdom, harmony with nature, and societal balance, contrasting it with ideologies like effective altruism and rationalism. The narrative challenges traditional fantasy tropes, discussing themes of power, equilibrium, and moral responsibilities, while drawing parallels between 'green blindness' and AI risk control issues.

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