Philosophy of mind : the basics
Amy Kind
Bok · Engelsk · 2020
| Omfang | vii, 172 sider
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| Opplysninger | 1. Mind and Mentality: What is philosophy of mind? ; An inventory of our mental life ; How philosophers study the mind ; Theories of mind: a rough overview ; What lies ahead. 2. Dualism: Cartesian dualism ; Contemporary versions of dualism. 3. Physicalism: General motivations for physicalism ; Different versions of physicalism ; General problems for physicalism. 4. Functionalism: The roots of functionalism ; What is functionalism? ; Assessing functionalism: considerations in favor ; Assessing functionalism: problems. 5. Machine Minds: Animal mentality ; Can machines think? ; Can machines feel? 6. The Future of the Mind: Mind extensions ; Mind uploading ; Mind mergers ; A real-life case?. - "Philosophy of Mind: The Basics is a concise and engaging introduction to the fundamental philosophical questions and theories about the mind. Written by a leading expert in the field, Amy Kind examines and explains key questions such as: What is the nature of the mind? What is the relationship between the mind and the brain? Can machines have minds? What is the future of the mind? With a glossary of key terms and suggestions for further reading this book is an ideal starting point for anyone seeking a lively and accessible introduction to the rich and complex study of philosophy of mind"--
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| ISBN | 9781138807815. - 9781138807822
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