SOCIETY, ETHICS, AND TECHNOLOGY, Fifth Edition, authored by Morton Winston and Ralph Edelbach, delves into the complex interplay between technological advancements and their profound moral implications for society. Published by Cengage Learning on January 18, 2013, this essential anthology provides a robust foundation in both theory and applied ethics. Through a curated collection of cutting-edge works from leading scholars, the text challenges readers to critically analyze the social impact of technology in their everyday lives. Each selection is enhanced by insightful introductions and focus questions, offering context and establishing frameworks for ethical decision-making. The book explores the consequences of technological change through diverse historical, social, and philosophical lenses, with special attention paid to the history of technology and its role in contemporary globalization. The Fifth Edition features new articles examining the impact of emerging technologies such as nanotechnology, artificial intelligence, and social media, while also looking ahead to the future of technology in critical areas like human rights, overpopulation, biotechnology, information technology, climate change, and environmental concerns. The ISBN-13 for this edition is 978-1285663456.
