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pp. 261, “Offering lucid explanations of the neural workings that underlie identity, she reveals how the latest research into consciousness, memory, and free will can help us reexamine enduring philosophical, ethical, and spiritual questions: What shapes our personalities? How do we account for near-death experiences? How do we make decisions? And why do we feel empathy for others? Recent scientific discoveries also provide insights into a fascinating range of real-world dilemmas?for example, whether an adolescent can be held responsible for his actions and whether a patient in a coma can be considered a self.”
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| ISBN | 0393058328 | |
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| ISBN13 | 9780393058321 | |
| Number of pages | 261 | |
| Original Title | Touching a Nerve: The Self as Brain | |
| Published Date | 2013 | |
| Book Condition | Very Good | |
| Jacket Condition | Very Good | |
| Binding | Hardcover | |
| Size | 8vo | |
| Place of Publication | New york | |
| Edition | Second | |
| Category: | Science | |
| Author: | Patricia S. Churchland | |
| Publisher: | W. W. Norton & Company |
pp. 261, “Offering lucid explanations of the neural workings that underlie identity, she reveals how the latest research into consciousness, memory, and free will can help us reexamine enduring philosophical, ethical, and spiritual questions: What shapes our personalities? How do we account for near-death experiences? How do we make decisions? And why do we feel empathy for others? Recent scientific discoveries also provide insights into a fascinating range of real-world dilemmas?for example, whether an adolescent can be held responsible for his actions and whether a patient in a coma can be considered a self.”
| Weight | 1 kg |
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