Why read Hyperobjects?

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Having set global warming in irreversible motion, we are facing the possibility of ecological catastrophe. But the environmental emergency is also a crisis for our philosophical habits of thought, confronting us with a problem that seems to defy not only our control but also our understanding. Global warming is perhaps…

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1 author picked Hyperobjects as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

Mark Bailey

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I really believe that Timothy Morton’s concept of “hyperobjects” offers a groundbreaking philosophical lens for understanding vast, interconnected phenomena like climate change and advanced technology. These hyperobjects defy traditional notions of time and space, challenging our ability to fully comprehend them.

This idea is deeply relevant to my own work, where I explore similarly opaque systems such as AI and autonomous weapons. Morton’s work invites readers to confront the limits of human agency in the face of complex, unknowable forces—paralleling the philosophical dilemmas I address regarding AI in warfare.

From Mark's list on The best books on the ethics of the unknown: AI, philosophy, and the future.