Philosophy · Virtual Worlds · David J. Chalmers
Virtual Worlds and the Problems of Philosophy
Follow David Chalmers from the question of what makes a world real through skepticism, seven influential philosophers, and the vivid thought experiments found in the Matrix films. These original, large-print guides are designed for thoughtful book-club discussion.
The recommended reading order
Illustrated, large-print PDFs · Read in order
Start here · Illustrated title page · PDF
A colorful introduction to the complete collection
Begin with the bright, printable title page and an at-a-glance directory of the author biography, chapter companions, philosophers, infographic, and Matrix guide.
About the author · Philosopher biography · PDF
Meet the thinker behind Reality+
Get to know David J. Chalmers through an illustrated biography covering his background, education, philosophical work, and the questions that shape his exploration of reality.
Chapters 1-2 · Reading companion · PDF
Chapters 1 and 2
Explore what makes something real, why virtual objects may count as genuine objects, and how Chalmers introduces the relationship between physical and simulated worlds.
Chapters 3-4 · Seven philosopher portraits · PDF
Chapters 3 and 4, with illustrated biographies
Examine skeptical arguments about what we can know, then meet Plato, Descartes, Berkeley, Russell, Moore, Carnap, and Putnam in seven illustrated philosopher profiles.
Chapters 1-4 · Visual summary · PDF
Reality and knowledge at a glance
Review the first four chapters in a bright, two-page visual companion that connects physical reality, virtual worlds, skepticism, and philosophical inquiry.
Four films · Illustrated movie companion · PDF
Four movies, their characters, and their philosophical ideas
Understand each main Matrix movie through its release date, storyline, principal characters, original illustration, and connection with Chalmers's ideas about simulated reality.