Consciousness and self-consciousness
Book Description
Consciousness remains one of humanity's most profound mysteries, touching the very core of what it means to be aware and alive. In this rigorous exploration, philosopher Rocco J. Gennaro presents a compelling framework for understanding how our minds create the experience of being conscious.
Drawing from cutting-edge research in cognitive science, neuroscience, and artificial intelligence, Gennaro champions the higher-order thought theory of consciousness. This approach suggests that awareness emerges when our minds form thoughts about our own mental states, creating layers of self-reflection that define conscious experience. The author makes a bold case that consciousness and self-consciousness are inseparably linked, challenging readers to reconsider fundamental assumptions about the nature of awareness.
What sets this work apart is its integration of analytical philosophy with insights from Immanuel Kant's revolutionary ideas about the mind. Gennaro weaves together diverse fields of study, examining how consciousness relates to memory, behavior, and our deepest sense of self. The book addresses complex questions about perception, identity, and the mechanisms that allow us to experience ourselves as thinking, feeling beings.
For those seeking to understand the philosophical foundations of awareness and self-knowledge, this interdisciplinary approach offers both intellectual rigor and practical insights into the workings of conscious experience. The exploration bridges scientific research with philosophical wisdom, providing a comprehensive view of what makes us consciously human.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~6 hours)
📄 Length: 220 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Understand psychological principles
- ✓ Explore Cognition
- ✓ Explore Pensée
- ✓ Explore Consciencia
- ✓ Explore Bewustzijn
- ✓ Expand your understanding of consciousness
- ✓ Explore Conscience de soi
- ✓ Explore Fenomenologische psychologie
