Map and Territory: Rationality from AI to Zombies

By Jordan Ellenberg

What is rationality? Is it a fixed trait, or a skill that can be learned and improved? In his fascinating exploration of rationality, Map and Territory, author Jordan Ellenberg argues that rationality is not a fixed trait, but rather a skill that can be learned and improved. He draws on a wide range of examples, from chess to economics to the behavior of animals, to show how rationality can be used to make better decisions and understand the world around us.

One of the most interesting chapters in the book is about the rise of artificial intelligence. Ellenberg argues that AI is forcing us to confront the limits of our own rationality. As AI systems become more and more powerful, they are beginning to outperform humans in a variety of tasks. This is leading some people to question whether humans are truly rational creatures. After all, if AI systems can make better decisions than we can, then what does that say about our own intelligence?

Map and Territory (Rationality: From AI to Zombies Book 1)

by Eliezer Yudkowsky

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Ellenberg argues that the rise of AI is not a threat to our rationality, but rather an opportunity. He believes that we can learn a lot from AI systems about how to make better decisions. By understanding the strengths and weaknesses of AI, we can improve our own decision-making skills.

Another chapter in the book is about the popularity of zombie films. Ellenberg argues that zombie films are a reflection of our fears about the loss of control. Zombies are mindless creatures that are driven by their instincts. They represent the fear of losing our own control and becoming mindless creatures ourselves. Ellenberg argues that we can learn a lot about rationality from zombie films. By understanding why we are so fascinated by these films, we can learn more about our own fears and anxieties.

Map and Territory is a fascinating exploration of rationality. Ellenberg draws on a wide range of examples to show how rationality can be used to make better decisions and understand the world around us. He argues that rationality is not a fixed trait, but rather a skill that can be learned and improved. This is an important book for anyone who wants to make better decisions and understand the world around them.

Map and Territory (Rationality: From AI to Zombies Book 1)

by Eliezer Yudkowsky

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1976 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	233 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE