Mind In Life by Evan Thompson
Biology, Phenomenology, and the Sciences of Mind
This book explores the intricate relationship between mind and life, proposing that the mind is not merely a product of the brain but is deeply intertwined with the biological processes of living organisms. It delves into the concept of "enaction," where cognition arises through dynamic interactions between an organism and its environment. By integrating insights from cognitive science, phenomenology, and biology, the text challenges traditional views of the mind as a detached entity, instead presenting it as an emergent property of life itself, shaped by both internal and external influences.
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- 2007
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