Delve into the profound themes explored in 'Evil Online,' a groundbreaking book authored by Dean Cocking and Jeroen van den Hoven. This insightful investigation examines the profound impact of the internet on morality and human nature. In just 176 pages, the authors dissect how digital platforms serve as conduits for immorality, revealing a moral fog that threatens our values and societal ethics. This essential read offers clarity on the corrupting nature of online interactions, addressing the alarming phenomena of cyberbullying, trolling, and the darker aspects of online anonymity. Gain valuable perspectives on how these elements contribute to our understanding of evil in the digital age. Perfect for students, scholars, and anyone interested in the pressing moral dilemmas posed by modern technology, 'Evil Online' challenges us to confront the demons within and around us. Published in 2018 by John Wiley & Sons, this book is a must-have for any literature focused on technology and ethics. Experience insightful essays that blend philosophy and moral psychology, offering readers a comprehensive look at the new manifestations of evil that arise from the internet. Whether you are an academic, a professional in the tech industry, or a curious reader, this book serves as a vital resource in navigating today's complex moral landscape. Condition: BRAND NEW. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781405154376
Year: 2018
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 176


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"I am delighted to offer my highest praise to Dean Cocking and Jeroen van den Hoven's brilliant new book, Evil Online. The confrontation between good and evil occupies a central place in the challenges facing our human nature, and this creative investigation into the spread of evil by means of all-powerful new technologies raises fundamental questions about our morality and values. Cocking and Van den Hoven's account of the moral fog of evil forces us to face both the demons within each of us as well as the demons all around us. In the end, we are all enriched by their perceptive analyses.Phil Zimbardo, Professor Emeritus of Psychology, Stanford University Principal Investigator, Stanford Prison Experiment


"The internet offers new and deeply concerning opportunities for immorality, much of it shocking and extreme. This volume explains with great insight and clarity the corrupting nature of the internet and the moral confusion it has produced. It will play a vital role in the growing debate about how to balance the benefits of the internet against the risks it poses to all of usEvil Online is an excellent book.Roger Crisp, Professor of Moral Philosophy, University of Oxford


We now live in an era defined by the ubiquity of the internet. From our everyday engagement with social media to trolls on forums and the emergence of the dark web, the internet is a space characterized by unreality, isolation, anonymity, objectification, and rampant self-obsession”the perfect breeding ground for new, unprecedented manifestations of evilEvil Online is the first c