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Book Description
In this provocative exploration of human consciousness, philosopher John Searle challenges the fundamental assumptions that have shaped decades of thinking about the mind. Rather than accepting the traditional divisions between materialism and dualism, Searle argues that both approaches miss the essential point: consciousness itself must be at the center of any meaningful study of mental phenomena.
Searle contends that modern psychology, philosophy of mind, and cognitive science have become sterile precisely because they sideline the very thing that makes us human—our conscious experience. He dismantles popular theories that treat the mind as an information-processing machine or rule-following system, arguing instead that mental events are natural features of the brain, much like liquidity emerges from water molecules.
Through four central chapters, Searle develops his revolutionary theory of consciousness and demonstrates how it fits within our scientific understanding of the world. He tackles the thorny relationship between conscious and unconscious mental processes while critiquing the terminology and methodology that have led the field astray.
This work offers readers a fresh perspective on age-old questions about the nature of mind and reality. Searle's direct, example-rich approach makes complex philosophical concepts accessible while challenging readers to reconsider their assumptions about consciousness, behavior, and what it truly means to study the human mind. For those seeking deeper understanding of their own mental experience, this book provides thought-provoking insights into the mystery of consciousness itself.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~8 hours)
📄 Length: 270 pages
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- ✓ Expand your understanding of consciousness
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