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Book Description: Figures in a Landscape People and Places Author: Paul Theroux Publication Date: 2019 Genre: Essays, Travelogue, Memoir Pages: 352 pages Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Language: English ISBN: 978-0544996344448 Long Description of the Plot: In "Figures in a Landscape People and Places Paul Theroux takes readers on a captivating journey through a diverse range of topics, from the joys of train travel to the challenges of growing old, all while showcasing his signature searching curiosity and versatility as a writer. The book is divided into four parts, each one exploring a different aspect of human experience and the role of technology in shaping our lives. Part One: The Modern World The first part of the book delves into the rapid evolution of technology and its impact on modern society. Theroux argues that understanding the process of technological development is crucial for the survival of humanity and the unity of people in a world torn apart by conflict. He emphasizes the need for a personal paradigm to perceive the technological process, highlighting the importance of developing a deep appreciation for the history and philosophy of science and technology. This section features essays on the rise of artificial intelligence, the ethics of technology, and the future of work in a world dominated by machines. Part Two: People and Places In the second part, Theroux turns his attention to the people and places he has encountered throughout his life, from the Himalayas to the Amazon rainforest.
Figures in a Landscape People and Places Автор: Пол Теру Дата публикации: 2019 Жанр: эссе, травелог, мемуарные страницы: 352 страницы Издатель: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Язык: английский ISBN: 978-0544996344448 Длинное описание сюжета: В книге «Figures in a Landscape People and Places» Пол Теру проводит читателей в увлекательное путешествие по разнообразным темам, от радостей путешествия на поезде до проблем старения, демонстрируя при этом свой фирменный поиск любопытства и универсальности в качестве писателя. Книга разделена на четыре части, каждая из которых исследует различные аспекты человеческого опыта и роль технологий в формировании нашей жизни. Часть первая: Современный мир Первая часть книги посвящена быстрому развитию технологий и их влиянию на современное общество. Теру утверждает, что понимание процесса технологического развития имеет решающее значение для выживания человечества и единства людей в мире, раздираемом конфликтами. Он подчеркивает необходимость личной парадигмы восприятия технологического процесса, подчеркивая важность развития глубокого понимания истории и философии науки и техники. В этом разделе представлены эссе о становлении искусственного интеллекта, этике технологий и будущем работы в мире, где доминируют машины. Часть вторая: Люди и места Во второй части Теру обращает свое внимание на людей и места, с которыми он сталкивался на протяжении всей своей жизни, от Гималаев до тропических лесов Амазонки.
Figures in a Landscape People and Places Автор: Paul Théroux Date de publication : 2019 Genre : essai, travelog, pages mémoires : 352 pages Editeur : Houghton Mifflin Sarkourt Langue : anglais ISBN : 978-0544996344448 Longue description de l'histoire : Dans le livre Figures in a Landscape People and Places, Paul Théroux emmène les lecteurs dans un voyage fascinant à travers une variété de sujets, des plaisirs du voyage en train aux défis du vieillissement, tout en démontrant sa quête de curiosité et de polyvalence en tant qu'écrivain. livre est divisé en quatre parties, chacune explorant les différents aspects de l'expérience humaine et le rôle de la technologie dans la formation de nos vies. Première partie : monde moderne La première partie du livre traite du développement rapide des technologies et de leur impact sur la société moderne. Teru affirme que la compréhension du processus de développement technologique est essentielle à la survie de l'humanité et à l'unité des gens dans un monde déchiré par les conflits. Il souligne la nécessité d'un paradigme personnel de perception du processus technologique, soulignant l'importance de développer une compréhension approfondie de l'histoire et de la philosophie de la science et de la technologie. Cette section présente un essai sur le développement de l'intelligence artificielle, l'éthique de la technologie et l'avenir du travail dans un monde dominé par les machines. Deuxième partie : s personnes et les lieux Dans la deuxième partie, Teru attire son attention sur les personnes et les lieux qu'il a rencontrés tout au long de sa vie, de l'Himalaya à la forêt amazonienne.
Figures in a Landscape People and Places Автор: Paul Theroux Fecha de publicación: 2019 Género: ensayo, travelog, páginas de memorias: 352 páginas Editor: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Idioma: Inglés ISBN: 978-0544996344448 Descripción larga de la trama: En el libro «Figures in a Landscape People and Places», Paul Theroux lleva a los lectores a un fascinante viaje por una variedad de temas, desde las alegrías de viajar en tren hasta los problemas del envejecimiento, al tiempo que demuestra su búsqueda corporativa de curiosidad y versatilidad como escritor. libro se divide en cuatro partes, cada una de las cuales explora los diferentes aspectos de la experiencia humana y el papel de la tecnología en la formación de nuestras vidas. Primera parte: mundo moderno La primera parte del libro trata sobre el rápido desarrollo de la tecnología y su impacto en la sociedad moderna. Theroux sostiene que entender el proceso de desarrollo tecnológico es crucial para la supervivencia de la humanidad y la unidad de los seres humanos en un mundo desgarrado por los conflictos. Subraya la necesidad de un paradigma personal de percepción del proceso tecnológico, destacando la importancia de desarrollar una comprensión profunda de la historia y la filosofía de la ciencia y la tecnología. En esta sección se presentan ensayos sobre el devenir de la inteligencia artificial, la ética de la tecnología y el futuro del trabajo en un mundo dominado por las máquinas. Segunda parte: Personas y lugares En la segunda parte, Theroux dirige su atención a las personas y lugares que ha encontrado a lo largo de su vida, desde el Himalaya hasta la selva amazónica.
Figures in a Landscape People and Places Автор: Paul Theroux Data de publicação 2019 Gênero: ensaio, travelogo, páginas de memórias: 352 páginas Editora: Hughton Mifflin Harcourt Língua: inglês ISBN: 978-0544996344448 Longa descrição da história: Em «Figures in a Landscape People and Place», Paul Theroux leva os leitores a uma viagem fascinante sobre temas variados, desde as alegrias da viagem de trem até os problemas do envelhecimento, ao mesmo tempo que mostra sua busca por curiosidade e versatilidade como escritor. O livro é dividido em quatro partes, cada uma das quais explora diferentes aspectos da experiência humana e o papel da tecnologia na formação de nossas vidas. Primeira parte: O mundo contemporâneo A primeira parte do livro é sobre o rápido desenvolvimento da tecnologia e seus efeitos sobre a sociedade moderna. Teru afirma que a compreensão do processo de desenvolvimento tecnológico é fundamental para a sobrevivência da humanidade e a unidade das pessoas em um mundo devastado por conflitos. Ele ressalta a necessidade de um paradigma pessoal de percepção do processo tecnológico, ressaltando a importância de desenvolver uma compreensão profunda da história e filosofia da ciência e tecnologia. Esta seção apresenta ensaios sobre o desenvolvimento da inteligência artificial, a ética da tecnologia e o futuro do trabalho em um mundo dominado pelas máquinas. Segunda parte: As pessoas e os lugares Na segunda parte, Teru chama a sua atenção para as pessoas e os lugares que ele conheceu ao longo da sua vida, dos Himalaias às florestas tropicais da Amazônia.
Figures in a Landscape People and Places Автор: Paul Theroux Data di pubblicazione 2019 Genere: saggio, travelog, pagine di memorie: 352 pagine Editore: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Lingua: inglese ISBN: 978-0544996344448 Lunga descrizione della trama: In «Figures in a Landscape People and Place», Paul Theroux conduce i lettori in un affascinante viaggio su una varietà di argomenti, dalle gioie del viaggio in treno ai problemi dell'invecchiamento, dimostrando al contempo la sua ricerca di curiosità e versatilità come scrittore. Il libro è diviso in quattro parti, ognuna delle quali esplora diversi aspetti dell'esperienza umana e il ruolo della tecnologia nella formazione della nostra vita. Parte uno: Il mondo moderno La prima parte del libro è dedicata allo sviluppo rapido della tecnologia e al loro impatto sulla società moderna. Theroux sostiene che la comprensione del processo di sviluppo tecnologico è fondamentale per la sopravvivenza dell'umanità e dell'unità delle persone in un mondo devastato dai conflitti. Sottolinea la necessità di un paradigma personale della percezione del processo tecnologico, sottolineando l'importanza di sviluppare una profonda comprensione della storia e della filosofia della scienza e della tecnologia. Questa sezione presenta saggi sull'intelligenza artificiale, l'etica della tecnologia e il futuro del lavoro in un mondo dominato dalle macchine. Parte due: persone e i luoghi Nella seconda parte, Theroux si concentra sulle persone e sui luoghi che ha incontrato per tutta la vita, dall'Himalaya alle foreste tropicali dell'Amazzonia.
Figures in a Landscape People and Places Автор: Paul Theroux Erscheinungsdatum: 2019 Genre: Essay, Reisebericht, Memoirenseiten: 352 Seiten Verlag: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Sprache: Englisch ISBN: 978-0544996344448 Lange Beschreibung der Handlung: In Figures in a Landscape People and Places nimmt Paul Theroux seine ser mit auf eine spannende Reise durch eine Vielzahl von Themen, von den Freuden der Zugfahrt bis hin zu den Herausforderungen des Alterns, während er seine Markensuche nach Neugier und Vielseitigkeit als Schriftsteller demonstriert. Das Buch ist in vier Teile unterteilt, die jeweils verschiedene Aspekte der menschlichen Erfahrung und die Rolle der Technologie bei der Gestaltung unseres bens untersuchen. Erster Teil: Die moderne Welt Im ersten Teil des Buches geht es um die rasante Entwicklung von Technologien und deren Auswirkungen auf die moderne Gesellschaft. Theroux argumentiert, dass das Verständnis des technologischen Entwicklungsprozesses für das Überleben der Menschheit und die Einheit der Menschen in einer von Konflikten zerrissenen Welt von entscheidender Bedeutung ist. Er betont die Notwendigkeit eines persönlichen Paradigmas der Wahrnehmung des technologischen Prozesses und betont die Bedeutung der Entwicklung eines tiefen Verständnisses der Geschichte und Philosophie von Wissenschaft und Technologie. Dieser Abschnitt enthält Essays über die Entstehung künstlicher Intelligenz, die Ethik der Technologie und die Zukunft der Arbeit in einer von Maschinen dominierten Welt. Teil zwei: Menschen und Orte Im zweiten Teil widmet sich Theroux den Menschen und Orten, denen er sein ben lang begegnet ist, vom Himalaya bis zum Amazonas-Regenwald.
Liczby w krajobrazie ludzi i miejsc Автой: Paul Theroux Data publikacji: 2019 Gatunek: Eseje, Travelogue, Strony wspomnień: 352 stron Wydawca: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Język: Polski ISBN: 978-0544996344448 Długa fabuła opis: W „Figures in a Landscape People and Places”, Paul Theroux zabiera czytelników w fascynującą podróż przez tematy, począwszy od radości podróży pociągu do starzejących się problemów, a jednocześnie pokazując jego podpis dążenie do ciekawości i wszechstronności jako pisarz. Książka podzielona jest na cztery części, z których każda bada różne aspekty ludzkiego doświadczenia i rolę technologii w kształtowaniu naszego życia. Część pierwsza: Współczesny świat Pierwsza część książki koncentruje się na szybkim rozwoju technologii i jej wpływie na współczesne społeczeństwo. Theroux twierdzi, że zrozumienie procesu rozwoju technologicznego ma kluczowe znaczenie dla przetrwania ludzkości i jedności ludzi w świecie rozdartym konfliktem. Podkreśla potrzebę osobistego paradygmatu postrzegania procesów technologicznych, podkreślając znaczenie rozwijania głębokiego zrozumienia historii i filozofii nauki i technologii. Ta sekcja zawiera eseje na temat rozwoju sztucznej inteligencji, etyki technologii i przyszłości pracy w świecie zdominowanym przez maszynę. Część druga: Ludzie i miejsca w części drugiej, Theroux zwraca uwagę na ludzi i miejsca, które napotkał przez całe życie, od Himalajów po amazońskie lasy deszczowe.
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Bir Peyzajdaki Figürler İnsanlar ve Yerler Автор: Paul Theroux Yayın Tarihi: 2019 Tür: Denemeler, Seyahat, Anı Sayfaları: 352 sayfa Yayıncı: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Dil: İngilizce ISBN: 978-0544996344448 Uzun arsa açıklaması: Paul Theroux, "Figures in a Landscape People and Places" (Bir Manzara İnsanları ve Yerlerindeki Figürler) kitabında okuyucuları, tren yolculuğunun zevklerinden yaşlanma sorunlarına kadar uzanan konularda büyüleyici bir yolculuğa çıkarırken, bir yazar olarak merak ve çok yönlülük konusundaki imza arayışını da gösteriyor. Kitap, her biri insan deneyiminin farklı yönlerini ve teknolojinin hayatımızı şekillendirmedeki rolünü araştıran dört bölüme ayrılmıştır. Birinci Bölüm: Modern Dünya Kitabın ilk bölümü teknolojinin hızlı gelişimi ve modern toplum üzerindeki etkisine odaklanıyor. Theroux, teknolojik gelişme sürecini anlamanın, insanlığın hayatta kalması ve çatışmalarla parçalanmış bir dünyada insanların birliği için kritik olduğunu savunuyor. Teknolojik süreç algısının kişisel bir paradigmasına duyulan ihtiyacı vurgulayarak, bilim ve teknoloji tarihi ve felsefesi hakkında derin bir anlayış geliştirmenin önemini vurgulamaktadır. Bu bölüm, yapay zekanın yükselişi, teknoloji etiği ve makine egemen bir dünyada çalışmanın geleceği üzerine makaleler içermektedir. İkinci Bölüm: İkinci Bölümdeki İnsanlar ve Yerler, Theroux dikkatini Himalayalardan Amazon yağmur ormanlarına kadar hayatı boyunca karşılaştığı insanlara ve yerlere çeviriyor.
الأرقام في المناظر الطبيعية الناس والأماكن Автор: تاريخ نشر Paul Theroux: 2019 النوع: مقالات، مسافر، صفحات مذكرات: 352 صفحة الناشر: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Language: English ISBN: 978-0544996344448 Long plot description: في «شخصيات في المناظر الطبيعية الناس والأماكن»، يأخذ بول ثيرو القراء في رحلة رائعة عبر موضوعات تتراوح من مباهج السفر بالقطار إلى قضايا الشيخوخة، بينما يوضح سعيه المميز للفضول وتعدد الاستخدامات ككاتب. ينقسم الكتاب إلى أربعة أجزاء، يستكشف كل منها جوانب مختلفة من التجربة البشرية ودور التكنولوجيا في تشكيل حياتنا. الجزء الأول: العالم الحديث يركز الجزء الأول من الكتاب على التطور السريع للتكنولوجيا وتأثيرها على المجتمع الحديث. يجادل ثيرو بأن فهم عملية التطور التكنولوجي أمر بالغ الأهمية لبقاء البشرية ووحدة الناس في عالم مزقه الصراع. ويشدد على الحاجة إلى نموذج شخصي لتصور العملية التكنولوجية، مشددا على أهمية إيجاد فهم عميق لتاريخ وفلسفة العلم والتكنولوجيا. يعرض هذا القسم مقالات عن ظهور الذكاء الاصطناعي وأخلاقيات التكنولوجيا ومستقبل العمل في عالم تهيمن عليه الآلات. الجزء الثاني: الأشخاص والأماكن في الجزء الثاني، يوجه Theroux انتباهه إلى الأشخاص والأماكن التي واجهها طوال حياته، من جبال الهيمالايا إلى غابات الأمازون المطيرة.

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