Rebecca Goldstein

Rebecca Newberger Goldstein is an American philosopher, novelist, and public intellectual. She has written extensively on the intersections of philosophy, science, and literature, and is known for her works that explore the lives and ideas of historical philosophers.

Books

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  1. 1. The Mind Body Problem

    Cover of 'The Mind Body Problem' by Rebecca Goldstein

    The novel explores the internal conflict of a young philosophy professor as she grapples with the complexities of her intellectual pursuits and her personal life. After marrying a renowned mathematician, she finds herself immersed in a world where the mind and its relationship to the body and emotions are not just abstract concepts but also reflect the tensions in her marriage and self-identity. Her journey is a deep dive into the philosophical questions of consciousness and identity, set against the backdrop of her evolving relationships and the challenge of reconciling her intellectual aspirations with her emotional needs.

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