Consciousness
J. Allan Hobson
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Consciousness
Published
1999
Publisher
Scientific American Library
Pages
258
ISBN-10
0716750783
Description
In Consciousness, Hobson explores the brain structures and functions now understood to be fundamental to conscious experience, demonstrating how his youthful conception of a single, unified brain-mind system has been borne out by his own investigations and by breakthroughs made possible by powerful neuroscientific techniques (brain scanning and imaging: and behavioral measures of memory, attention, and visualization in the laboratory). But it is the inclusion of subjectivity that makes Hobson's approach unique - and so compelling. Ranging beyond the objective world of the laboratory, he approaches such daunting issues as the mind-body question, free will, psychic energy, and mind-as-causal with an infectious exuberance anchored to a series of, in his words, "radically innocent common-sense claims." In addition to recounting seminal research in psychology, he draws extensively on his own life experiences, as well as on the work of philosophers and artists seeking to define and represent consciousness in their own terms. The result is a highly personal tour of the brain and mind conducted by one of its foremost guides - a book that although firmly rooted in scientific rigor, never loses sight of the mysterious and seductive side of its subject.
Subjects
Phänomenologie des Geistes
How the Mind Works
Waking Up
Consciousness explained
The origin of consciousness in the breakdown of the bicameral mind
The user illusion
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Consciousness?
This edition of Consciousness has approximately 258 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Consciousness?
For most readers, Consciousness typically takes between 5h 23m and 3h 35m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 64,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 18m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 9 days • Estimated word count: 64,500 words
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What is the word count of Consciousness?
The estimated word count for Consciousness is approximately 64,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Consciousness?
Consciousness was written by J. Allan Hobson.
When was Consciousness published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1999. The original work may have been published on a different date.