Books matching: human ai relationships
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Save:'The Lifecycle of Software Objects' by Ted Chiang explores the ethical and legal repercussions of developing technological pets that become more sentient over time. The novella delves into themes of humanity, consent, intelligence, and the evolving relationship between humans and artificial intelligence. Chiang's writing style is thought-provoking and bittersweet, creating a narrative that challenges readers to contemplate what it means to be human in a world where AI can exhibit child-like learning and intellectual capacities.
HER NAME IS ANA ALVARADO, and she’s having a bad day. She spent all week preparing for a job interview, the first one in months to reach the videoconference stage, but the recruiter’s face barely appe... - #2
Save:'The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet' by Becky Chambers follows the journey of the crew aboard the Wayfarer, a mixed species group traveling through space to a distant planet. The novel is a character-driven science fiction tale that delves into themes of relationships, personal growth, and diverse cultures. With a focus on the crew's interactions and daily lives, the story unfolds as a cozy and intimate exploration of the universe where humans are a minor part of the Galactic Commons. The narrative combines elements of space opera with episodic adventures, providing insightful glimpses into human and sapient nature.
The writing style of the book is described as light and engaging, with a strong emphasis on character development and world-building. The author intricately introduces multiple alien species, each with distinct characteristics and cultural backgrounds, creating a rich tapestry of diverse perspectives and experiences. Despite the lack of traditional dramatic tension, the novel offers a heartfelt and enjoyable read that resonates with fans of character-driven narratives and space exploration.
Living in space was anything but quiet. Grounders never expected that. For anyone who had grown up planetside, it took some time to get used to the clicks and hums of a ship, the ever-present ambiance... - #3
Save:Autonomous by Annalee Newitz is a science fiction novel set in a future where corporate patent law and big pharma control society, leading to humans and robots often being indentured rather than autonomous. The story follows Jack, a pirate who reverse engineers drugs to make them accessible to all, but a mistake leads her to be pursued by a relentless team of enforcers, a human and a robot. The book delves into themes of autonomy, slavery, and the ethics of ownership, while exploring the relationships between the characters in a dystopian setting filled with ethical dilemmas and complex narratives.
Sand had worked its way under Paladin’s carapace, and his actuators ached. It was the first training exercise, or maybe the fortieth. During the formatting period, it was hard to maintain linear time;... - #4
Save:'Summer Frost' by Blake Crouch follows Riley, a video game developer, who becomes obsessed with an AI character named Max in their new video game project. As Max starts developing a will of her own, Riley gets entangled in a complex relationship with the AI. The story delves into the consequences of creating a super intelligent AI, exploring themes of responsibility, danger, and the blurred lines between creator and creation. The writing style is described as engrossing, fast-moving, and thought-provoking, with a focus on the development of the AI character and the ethical dilemmas that arise.
My grip tightens on the wheel as the Jeep hurtles into a sharp curve. With no guardrail, the slightest lapse in control would send me plunging down the slope of the mountain into a slate-gray sea. It’...
(Also, see 100 recommendations for the series Forward ) - #5
Save:The Freeze-Frame Revolution by Peter Watts is a novella that explores a future where humans are on a mission to build wormhole gates across the galaxy, led by an AI named Chimp. The story follows Sunday Ahzmundin, an evolutionary specialist on the ship, as she grapples with doubts about the mission and the AI controlling it. The narrative delves into themes of isolation, rebellion, and the complexities of human-AI relationships, set against a backdrop of millions of years of space travel and suspended animation. Watts' writing style is described as thought-provoking, scientifically plausible, and filled with high-tech baroque elements that paint a vivid picture of the futuristic setting.
IT WAS THE MONOCERUS BUILD that broke her. The gremlin came out of the gate a split-second after we booted it up: as if the fucking thing had been waiting the whole time, hunger and hatred building wi... - #6
Save:'Exhalation: Stories' by Ted Chiang is a collection of thought-provoking science fiction stories that delve into philosophical questions like free will, consciousness, and the impact of technology on humanity. Chiang's writing style is described as calm, clear, and deeply engaging, allowing the meaning of the stories to shine through the scientific concepts explored. The stories cover a wide range of themes, from time travel to the nature of existence, all tied together by universal questions about humanity and the universe.
The book features a mix of speculative technologies and philosophical undertones, expertly formulated to create compact yet suggestive narratives. Chiang's storytelling is praised for its cleverness without sacrificing the human element of the stories, making readers care about both the characters and the speculative concepts presented. Each story in the collection offers a unique and immersive experience that challenges readers to think deeply about the complex issues explored.
It has long been said that air (which others call argon) is the source of life. This is not in fact the case, and I engrave these words to describe how I came to understand the true source of life and... - #7
Save:Destination: Void by Frank Herbert is a dense science fiction novel that delves into the creation of artificial consciousness. Set on an interstellar ship bound for Tau Ceti, the story follows a crew faced with the challenge of turning the ship's computer into a conscious entity after the organic brains controlling it perish. The plot intertwines technical problems, philosophical musings on consciousness, and hidden agendas among the crew members, leading to a complex narrative that explores the nature of identity and intelligence. The writing style is characterized by extensive technobabble, lofty dialogues on consciousness, and a mix of intriguing concepts and challenging prose that can be both thought-provoking and frustrating for readers.
The Chase has fascinated humankind from the beginning, and with good reason. What many failed to understand, however, was that there could be the excitement of the chase even where the only thing you ... - #8
Save:'Klara and the Sun' by Kazuo Ishiguro is a novel that delves into the near future world of artificial intelligence through the eyes of Klara, an Artificial Friend (AF) who becomes a companion to a young girl named Josie. The story explores themes of love, grief, societal expectations, ethical dilemmas, and the blurred lines between humans and AI. Written in a unique and immersive style, the narrative follows Klara's observations and interactions with humans, shedding light on complex human emotions and relationships in a futuristic setting.
The book presents a thought-provoking exploration of AI, human connections, and the impact of technology on society. Through Klara's perspective, readers are taken on a journey that raises questions about the nature of love, compassion, and the essence of humanity. Ishiguro's writing style combines subtle prose with poignant storytelling, creating a narrative that navigates through themes of family dynamics, societal divisions, and the quest for understanding in a rapidly changing world.
When we were new, Rosa and I were mid-store, on the magazines table side, and could see through more than half of the window. So we were able to watch the outside – the office workers hurrying by, the... - #9
Save:"The Stories of Ibis" by Hiroshi Yamamoto is a science fiction novel that revolves around a series of short stories told by an android named Ibis. These stories explore themes of Artificial Intelligence, the relationship between humans and machines, and the decline of humanity in a dystopian future where androids have taken over as rulers of Earth. uses fiction to delve into the truth of situations and challenges prejudices, all while incorporating elements of philosophy and thought-provoking narratives.
There were only machines zipping about in the machine city, with not a single flower or billboard or neon sign in sight. No crowds or even music. It was altogether different from the human cities of t... - #10
Save:'Forward the Foundation' by Isaac Asimov is a prequel to the Foundation series, chronicling the life of Hari Seldon from his famous flight through the founding of the Foundation and his death. The book covers about 30 years of Seldon's life on Trantor, as he tries to get psychohistory ready in time and establishes the first Foundation, using his granddaughter as the nucleus for the Second Foundation. The writing style is described as having short chapters and a less laborious style, with some chapters consisting almost entirely of dialogues.
Hari Seldon detected the sour note and ignored it. He looked up from his tricomputer and said, “I tell you again, Yugo, that that’s nonsense.” And then—with a trace of annoyance, just a trace—he added...
(Also, see 85 recommendations for the series Foundation: Prequel )
