Ravenscroft, Ian
Philosophy of Mind: A Beginners Guide
- ISBN 13:
- 9780199252541
- author:
- Ravenscroft, Ian
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Oxford University Press, USA
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2005
- Pages:
- 216
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 15.8 x 1.2 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Philosophy of mind
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
This beginner's guide to philosophy of mind provides an accessible introduction to the subject, covering all the basic concepts and major theories. Topics include dualism, behaviorism, identity theory, functionalism, computational theory of mind, connectionism, physicalism, mental causation, and consciousness.
The book is designed for students with no prior knowledge in the field, and features chapter summaries, a glossary, suggestions for further reading, and self-assessment questions to aid understanding and engagement.