“How We Became Posthuman: Virtual Bodies in Cybernetics, Literature, and Informatics” by N. Katherine Hayles is a seminal textbook published by the University of Chicago Press in 1999. This book delves into the intersection of computers, literary criticism, and philosophy, exploring the theme of virtual bodies in the context of cybernetics and informatics. With a substantial 364 pages, this trade paperback covers topics such as computer science, modern literature, artificial intelligence, and semantics, offering a comprehensive analysis of how technology and humanity are interconnected in the digital age.