How to Solve the Mind-body Problem
How to Solve the Mind-body Problem by Nicholas Humphrey is an illustrated work published by Imprint Academic in 2000, comprising 112 pages in English. This book presents a scholarly yet accessible exploration of the relationship between the mind and the brain, arguing that each mental state corresponds directly to a specific physical state of the brain. Humphrey supports his “identity theory” with insights drawn from evolutionary perspectives, engaging with complex philosophical discussions surrounding consciousness.
Readers will find a thorough examination of the mind-body problem, enriched by commentaries from notable thinkers such as Andy Clark, Daniel Dennett, and Ralph Ellis, who challenge and discuss Humphrey’s assertions. The book concludes with Humphrey’s responses to these critiques, making it a valuable resource for those interested in philosophy, psychology, and cognitive science. This edition serves as an excellent introduction to the intricate debates surrounding humanism, consciousness, and the interplay between mind and body.
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The mind is the brain. Each mental state — each hope, fear, thought — can be identified with a particular physical state of the brain, without remainder. So argues Nicholas Humphrey in this highly readable yet scholarly essay. He offers strong support for his “identity theory” from evolution. His controversial claim is discussed and challenged in commentaries by authors such as Andy Clark (Being There, 1997), Daniel Dennett (Consciousness Explained, 1991; Darwin’s Dangerous Idea, 1995) and Ralph Ellis (Questioning Consciousness, 1995). Humphrey rounds off the book with a response to his critics. An excellent short introduction to the mind-body problem and the study of consciousness.
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