Main works:
* The Hedonistic Imperative (1995): His most famous work, arguing for the abolition of suffering through advanced biotechnology and nanotechnology.
* The Biointelligence Explosion (2006): Exploring the potential for future intelligence explosions driven by artificial intelligence and bioengineering.
* The Abolitionist Project (2018): A comprehensive overview of his philosophy and its implications for the future.
Other notable works:
* A Blueprint for a Posthuman Culture (1999): A practical roadmap for achieving a future free from suffering.
* The Ethical Implications of Nanotechnology (2002): A discussion of the ethical challenges posed by nanotechnology.
* The Transhumanist Reader (2008): A collection of essays on transhumanism, including several by Pearce himself.
* The Moral Landscape (2010): A critique of the moral relativist views of Sam Harris.
* The Sentient Future (2015): A collection of essays on consciousness, suffering, and the future of humanity.
He has also written numerous articles and essays for various publications, including:
* Journal of Consciousness Studies
* Futures
* The Transhumanist Reader
* The Abolitionist Project
* The Sentient Future
His writings are often characterized by their:
* Radical optimism: Pearce believes that humanity can and should abolish suffering through technological advancements.
* Focus on subjective experience: He believes that the ultimate goal of ethics should be to maximize well-being for all sentient beings.
* Transhumanist perspective: He sees technology as a tool for enhancing human capabilities and creating a better future.
Pearce's work has been praised for its ambitious vision and thought-provoking ideas, but it has also been criticized for being unrealistic and even utopian. Nevertheless, his writings have had a significant influence on the transhumanist movement and have sparked important discussions about the ethics of technology and the future of humanity.