Consciousness Explained
Consciousness Explained
A Revolutionary Look at Mind, Self, and Awareness
About This Book
Published in 1991, Consciousness Explained presents a groundbreaking theory about human awareness. Dennett dismantles conventional beliefs about a singular, centralized self and argues that consciousness arises from numerous parallel, conflicting brain processes influenced by language and storytelling. Readers are prompted to question basic assumptions about choice, identity, and what experiencing something truly means.
Who Should Read This?
- Readers passionate about philosophy of mind and consciousness studies
- Individuals exploring scientific explanations of awareness and self
- Anyone questioning the fundamental nature of human experience and identity
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