{"product_id":"cybernetics-and-the-origin-of-information-9781786614988","title":"Cybernetics and the Origin of Information","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eCybernetics and the Origin of Information is a 1954 French philosophy book by Raymond Ruyer, exploring information theory, cybernetics, and their philosophical implications. It is a critical and analytical exploration of these topics, covering information machines, behavior, communication, and entropy. This translation contributes to understanding the history of cybernetics and the philosophy of information and is a valuable resource for readers interested in foundational criticisms of ideas that have led to artificial intelligence. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 242 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 19 December 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Rowman \u0026amp; Littlefield International\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCybernetics and the Origin of Information, a lost classic of French philosophy, has finally been published in English for the first time. Written by Raymond Ruyer, a major influence on Simondon and Deleuze, among others, in 1954, this book is a pioneering critique of Norbert Wiener's cybernetics program. At once critical and analytical, it delves deep into information theory, cybernetics, and the philosophical assumptions and implications of both.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book explores various themes, including the different types of information machines, the relationship between information and behavior, and the nature of entropy and time in cybernetics. This translation contributes to our understanding of the rich history of cybernetics and the philosophy of information.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhat makes this text truly remarkable is its status as a hidden gem in the history of philosophical thought. It offers foundational criticisms of ideas that have paved the way for the development of artificial intelligence. By reading this text, readers will gain a deeper appreciation for the philosophical foundations upon which modern computing and AI are built.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn conclusion, Cybernetics and the Origin of Information is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of philosophy, cybernetics, and the implications of information in our modern world. It is a testament to the enduring relevance of Ruyer's ideas and a valuable resource for scholars and thinkers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 382g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 152 x 229 x 18 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781786614988\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Raymond Ruyer","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":45290292904186,"sku":"9781786614988","price":29.31,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1705663203241_book.jpg?v=1705733569","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/cybernetics-and-the-origin-of-information-9781786614988","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}