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The Expanse and Philosophy: Ethics in the Deep Darkness
This collection of essays explores the philosophical underpinnings of the popular science fiction series The Expanse, connecting its narrative to historical and contemporary thought. Various scholars analyze the ethical dilemmas of space colonization, the political structures of the Solar System, and the existential risks posed by alien technology. Key sections examine gender roles through a critique of Aristotelian views, the morality of violence in the context of just war theory, and the sociological divide between "Inners" and "Belters." By applying the ideas of thinkers like Kant, Arendt…
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