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Society Without People
The Social Implications of the Metaverse and AI
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Christopher Pieper
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English
Published/Copyright:
2025
About this book
Society Without People is the first major scholarly analysis of the profound social and cultural effects of emerging technologies such as generative AI and the Metaverse. Using an approachable style and compelling scenarios, Pieper and Nelson examine the potential ways these technologies will shape identity, institutions, relationships, communities, power, and personhood itself in the near future. Introducing the theory of Gamism, the authors suggest that the logic of games could serve as the new ideology governing this strange, exciting world. One question underlies each chapter: how can humans flourish in the midst of such rapid and deep changes? It is a must-read for anyone concerned about the future of society and technology.
- The first comprehensive social analysis of the Metaverse.
- Applies current discussions on race, ethnicity, gender, and sexuality to the analysis of Metaverse.
- Posits and explores four possible Metaverse scenarios.
Author / Editor information
Christopher M. Pieper is Senior Lecturer of Sociology at Baylor University in Waco, TX. His research interests include political sociology, social theory, religion, and technology/media. He is also the author of Sociology as a Spiritual Practice and The Sociological Vision.
Justin J. Nelson is Associate Professor of Sociology at Campbell University in Buies Creek, NC. His research interests include technology/media, rural communities, family, and religion with articles published in Sociological Perspectives, Social Science Quarterly, The Sociological Quarterly, and Journal of Family Issues.
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eBook published on:
June 16, 2025
eBook ISBN:
9783111236162
Hardcover published on:
June 16, 2025
Hardcover ISBN:
9783111235813
Pages and Images/Illustrations in book
Front matter:
10
Main content:
202
Illustrations:
12
Coloured Illustrations:
6
Tables:
3
Audience(s) for this book
Scholars and students of Digital Sociology, Digital Studies, Science, Technology and Society and Digital Communication.
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