David Papineau
Introducing Consciousness: A Graphic Guide
- ISBN 13:
- 9781848311718
- author:
- David Papineau
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Icon Books Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2010
- Pages:
- 175
- Dimensions:
- 12.7 x 1.27 x 17.27 centimetres
- Genre:
- Health & Wellbeing, Self Help, Personal Growth,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Consciousness: A Comprehensive Guide to the Nature of Mind. This book provides an in-depth exploration of consciousness studies, tracing its philosophical roots and examining scientific approaches to understanding this complex phenomenon. From the historical relationship between mind and matter to modern theories involving neural mechanisms, quantum mechanics, and more, no stone is left unturned in this engaging guide. Readers will encounter thought-provoking concepts such as zombies, Chinese Rooms, ghosts in machines, and Erwin Schrödinger's cat, all of which are used to illustrate the intricacies of consciousness. With its clear and concise explanation, Consciousness: A Graphic Guide is an ideal resource for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of this fundamental aspect of human experience. Paperback, 175 pages.