Cybernetic Enhancements
Serena Vaughn
Traducteur A AI
Maison d'édition: Publifye
Synopsis
"Cybernetic Enhancements" explores how futuristic manga portrays the integration of cybernetics and robotics, impacting narratives, characters, and visual language. The book argues that manga serves as a unique lens through which to examine the potential benefits and dangers of cybernetic augmentation. Did you know that manga often pushes the boundaries of visual storytelling, offering insights into the ethical and societal challenges arising from rapidly advancing real-world technology? The book progresses by examining specific types of cybernetic enhancements, such as cybernetic limbs, brain implants, and robotic exoskeletons, each explored in dedicated sections. It analyzes how manga uses these technologies to delve into themes of physical strength, mind control, and enhanced capabilities, often within brutal combat scenarios. The exploration further connects to bioethics, media studies, and robotics engineering, examining the ethical implications of cybernetic enhancements, offering a framework for discussing real-world ethical dilemmas. By blending textual analysis, scientific literature, and historical research, "Cybernetic Enhancements" offers a comprehensive yet accessible look at how manga reflects and shapes our understanding of technology. It doesn't aim to be an exhaustive encyclopedia, but a focused exploration of key themes and trends, offering a fresh perspective on familiar manga tropes by revealing the deeper societal and philosophical issues at play.
Disponible depuis: 10/03/2025.
Longueur d'impression: 62 pages.
