The Conscious Mind by David J. Chalmers
In Search of a Fundamental Theory
This book delves into the intricate nature of consciousness, exploring the profound question of how subjective experiences arise from physical processes in the brain. It challenges the traditional materialist perspective by proposing the "hard problem" of consciousness, which seeks to understand why and how physical processes give rise to the rich inner world of thoughts and sensations. The work introduces the concept of "philosophical zombies" to illustrate the complexities of conscious experience and argues for a dual-aspect theory that acknowledges both physical and experiential properties as fundamental. Through rigorous analysis and thought-provoking arguments, it invites readers to reconsider the nature of mind and its place in the universe.
- Published
- 1996
- Nationality
- Australian
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 400-450
- Original Language
- English
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