RoboGuy
12-18-2007, 07:14 PM
Aaron Diaz presents anamusing look at the singularity and trans-humanism through his translation ofa "recently discovered" cave painting manifesto by Thog, whoattempts to debunk the theory of "trans-simianism" and the "quickening".Dr. Klomp, the originator of these theories, believes he and his fellowcavemen are evolving into "post-simian" life forms that will possesphysical abilities augmented by "tools" and mental abilities augmentedby "culture". He also suggests the increasing rate of technologicalprogress that has brought such marvels as bows and arrows may soon bringabout some sort of "post-simian" world beyond theircomprehension. Thog isn't buying this nonsense, or Klomp's other crazyidea that something called "hygiene" could extend post-simian lifespansto as much as 30 years (even if it could, who would want to live in aworld of geriactric 27 year olds, ponders Thog). However you feel aboutthe alleged existence of the singularity, it's anamusing read.
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