Description
Exploring the intricate workings of the mind, this collection of works delves into the nature of consciousness and the evolution of intelligence across species. Peter Godfrey-Smith illuminates the fascinating cognitive abilities of cephalopods, showing how different forms of life perceive the world, while Steve Silberman uncovers the rich tapestry of neurodiversity in human beings, challenging conventional narratives around autism.
David Eagleman takes readers on a journey through the brain's complexities, revealing how it shapes identity, perception, and experience. Together, these insights offer a multifaceted view of how minds operate, intertwining science with engaging narratives that provoke thought on the very essence of what it means to think and feel.
David Eagleman takes readers on a journey through the brain's complexities, revealing how it shapes identity, perception, and experience. Together, these insights offer a multifaceted view of how minds operate, intertwining science with engaging narratives that provoke thought on the very essence of what it means to think and feel.
Book Details
Format
Paperback
Language
English
Published
Jan 1, 2020
Publisher
William Collins/Allen and Unwin/Canongate Books
ISBN-10
9123979054
ISBN-13
9789123979059