Desire in the Age of Artificial Intelligence (Paperback)
Language: English
Published by Independently Published, 2025
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Paperback. An inspirational guide for those who want to remain human in a world racing toward the futureWhat truly makes us human in the age of Artificial Intelligence?It's not just thought. It's not just emotion. It's desire.That deep inner need to go beyond what is useful, programmable, and measurable.The desire for something - or Someone - we don't fully know yet, but who calls out to us.In this book, Marco Casini takes us on a journey that blends engaging storytelling with the clear, insightful perspective of a university lecturer and trainer. A thought-provoking exploration of what it means to be human in the time of intelligent machines. Through examples, stories, provocative questions, and timely references, this book doesn't just explain what AI is - it invites us to rediscover who we are in front of it. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.
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- Title
- Desire in the Age of Artificial Intelligence (Paperback)
- Author
- Marco Casini
- Publisher
- Independently Published
- Publication year
- 2025
- Condition
- new
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 13
- 9798262575978
An inspirational guide for those who want to remain human in a world racing toward the future
What truly makes us human in the age of Artificial Intelligence?
It’s not just thought. It’s not just emotion. It’s desire.
That deep inner need to go beyond what is useful, programmable, and measurable.
The desire for something — or Someone — we don’t fully know yet, but who calls out to us.
In this book, Marco Casini takes us on a journey that blends engaging storytelling with the clear, insightful perspective of a university lecturer and trainer. A thought-provoking exploration of what it means to be human in the time of intelligent machines. Through examples, stories, provocative questions, and timely references, this book doesn't just explain what AI is — it invites us to rediscover who we are in front of it.
🌍 Key Topics:
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What is intelligence, and why is human intelligence irreducible?
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Can AI truly make decisions? Can it feel empathy? Can it educate?
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Wonder, freedom, doubt, and responsibility: the core of human thought
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Educating desire as the antidote to a purely functional view of life
🧠 “Your job won’t be stolen by a machine, but by someone who knows how to use it better than you,” Casini writes with irony. And then adds: “But no machine can desire in your place.”
A clear and stimulating book, perfect for students, teachers, professionals, parents, and the curious. For those who want to understand AI… without losing their humanity.
Table of Contents:
CHAPTER ONE – WHAT IS ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
A clear and accessible introduction to AI, from its logical foundations to its early development. This chapter explores the difference between the human mind and machines, and introduces the core pillars behind modern AI.
CHAPTER TWO – HUMAN INGENUITY: FROM THE WHEEL TO ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
A journey through the inventions that have shaped civilization, highlighting what machines have improved and what they risk erasing. From nostalgia for lost professions to reflections on the autonomy of artificial creations.
CHAPTER THREE – THE RISKS AND CHALLENGES OF AI
From algorithmic bias and discrimination to the danger of blind delegation: this chapter examines the real-world risks of AI. It closes with a deeper look at the ethical and philosophical implications.
CHAPTER FOUR – THE MORAL DILEMMA OF MACHINES
Through thought experiments and real-life dilemmas, this chapter explores the question of algorithmic morality. Who is responsible for AI’s decisions? Can we truly teach it what is right?
CHAPTER FIVE – THE IRREDUCIBILITY OF THE HUMAN BEINGS
What truly sets humans apart from machines? Desire, infinity, the capacity to question. An inspiring journey into our uniqueness, culminating in a powerful educational reflection.
CHAPTER SIX – A WORLD BUILT BY MACHINES: ARE WE READY?
Through stories, future scenarios, and thought-provoking provocations, this chapter projects us into a possible tomorrow. From democracy to digital crime, and the environmental impact of AI: the real question remains… are we building a world designed for human beings?
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