To Be a Machine

In "To Be a Machine," journalist Mark O'Connell delves into the transhumanism movement, where Silicon Valley enthusiasts strive to transcend human limitations through technology. This engaging exploration brings readers face-to-face with colorful characters, from cryonics advocates aiming to cheat death to biohackers enhancing their bodies with electronics. O'Connell raises thought-provoking questions about the implications of our technological pursuits, examining how they may transform not only our capabilities but also our very humanity.