Leder
The Absent Body
- ISBN 13:
- 9780226470009
- author:
- Leder
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- University Of Chicago Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1990
- Pages:
- 229
- Genre:
- Philosophy
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Absent Body by Drew Leder explores how our experience of the world is shaped by our bodies, yet we often neglect to pay attention to them. This thought-provoking work examines the various ways in which the body is absent or overlooked, including its internal workings and physiological processes. Leder delves into the ways in which perception, movement, skills, and tools are all influenced by bodily functions, as well as lesser-known aspects of the body such as the inner body with its anonymous rhythms. He also challenges traditional notions of mind and body, arguing that a more embodied approach can provide new insights. Drawing on his medical training, Leder offers a nuanced exploration of the human body and its relationship to our experiences. This book will be of interest to those working in the fields of phenomenology, philosophy of mind, and healthcare, as well as anyone fascinated by the human body.
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