Virtual reality is genuine reality that's the central thesis of Reality+. In a highly original
work of technophilosophy David J. Chalmers gives a compelling analysis of our technological
future. He argues that virtual worlds are not second-class worlds and that we can live a
meaningful life in virtual reality. We may even be in a virtual world already. Along the way
Chalmers conducts a grand tour of big ideas in philosophy and science. He uses virtual reality
technology to offer a new perspective on long-established philosophical questions. How do we
know that there's an external world? Is there a god? What is the nature of reality? What's the
relation between mind and body? How can we lead a good life? All of these questions are
illuminated or transformed by Chalmers' mind-bending analysis. Studded with illustrations that
bring philosophical issues to life Reality+ is a major statement that will shape discussion of
philosophy science and technology for years to come.
