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A Theory of the Super Soldier: The Morality of Capacity-Increasing Technologies in the Military

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title A Theory of the Super Soldier: The Morality of Capacity-Increasing Technologies in the Military
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Jean-Francois Caron
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:128
Dimensions(mm): Height 234,Width 156
ISBN/Barcode 9781526143648
ClassificationsDewey:174.9355
Audience
Tertiary Education (US: College)
Professional & Vocational

Publishing Details

Publisher Manchester University Press
Imprint Manchester University Press
Publication Date 1 October 2019
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Throughout history, states have tried to create the perfect combatant with superhuman physical and cognitive features that are akin to those of comic book superheroes. However, the current innovations have nothing to do with the ones from the past and their development goes beyond a simple technological perspective. On the contrary, they are raising the prospect of a human enhancement revolution that will change the ways with which future wars will be fought and may even profoundly alter the foundations upon which our modern societies are built on. This book, which discusses the full ethical implications of these new technologies, is a unique contribution for students and scholars who care about the morality of warfare. -- .

Author Biography

Jean-Francois Caron is Associate Professor of Political Science at Nazarbayev University -- .