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Green Leviathan or the Poetics of Political Liberty

Navigating Freedom in the Age of Climate Change and Artificial Intelligence

Mark Coeckelbergh author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd

Published:31st May '21

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This insightful work examines the balance between freedom and the challenges posed by climate change and AI, as discussed in Green Leviathan or the Poetics of Political Liberty.

This book explores the intricate relationship between freedom and the constraints of liberalism, particularly in the context of pressing global challenges such as climate change and artificial intelligence (AI). By drawing on insights from political philosophy, the author presents a novel argument regarding the future interplay between technology and environmental stewardship. The narrative invites readers to reflect on the complexities of governance in an age where technological advancements are both a potential solution and a source of new dilemmas.

At the heart of Green Leviathan or the Poetics of Political Liberty lies a critical question: Can artificial intelligence truly contribute to saving our planet? The author delves into the implications of this question, contemplating whether such advancements necessitate sacrifices in our political freedoms. Rather than resorting to authoritarian measures, the book advocates for a positive and relational understanding of freedom that emphasizes justice, equality, and the importance of global cooperation. This approach seeks to foster conditions conducive to the flourishing of both humans and non-humans alike.

Written in an accessible style, Green Leviathan or the Poetics of Political Liberty challenges simplistic libertarian views and techno-solutionism. Instead, it offers a thoughtful examination of the global crises we face, positing that technologies like AI can play a pivotal role in forming a more inclusive political collective. This book is particularly suited for researchers and students engaged in political philosophy, environmental philosophy, and the philosophy of technology.

"This book offers a unique and thorough examination of how AI can be used effectively to deal with the climate crisis while also preserving political freedom, doing so through a debate with the liberal tradition of political philosophy. It is required reading for anyone interested in both the political potentials and risks of AI in the emerging age of the Anthropocene."

Pieter Lemmens, Radboud University Nijmegen, The Netherlands

"As a work of applied political philosophy, this is undoubtedly a rich, important and satisfying volume that covers a great deal of ground in an engaging and highly intelligent way."

Piers H.G. Stephens, Environmental Values

ISBN: 9780367747794

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 453g

140 pages