Consciousness

Josh Weisberg

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7h 44m

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Consciousness

by Josh Weisberg

2022

Wiley & Sons, Limited, John

464

9781119669326

Description

Each of us, right now, is having a unique conscious experience. Nothing is more basic to our lives as thinking beings and nothing, it seems, is better known to us. But the ever-expanding reach of natural science suggests that everything in our world is ultimately physical. "In this book, Josh Weisberg presents the range of contemporary responses to the philosophical problem of consciousness. The basic philosophical tools of the trade are introduced, including thought experiments featuring Mary the color-deprived super-scientist and fearsome philosophical 'zombies.' The book then systematically considers the different philosophical theories of consciousness. Dualist and other 'nonreductive' accounts of consciousness hold that we must expand our basic physical ontology to include the intrinsic features of consciousness. Functionalist and identity theories, by contrast, hold that, with the right philosophical stage-setting, we can fit consciousness into the standard scientific picture. And 'mysterians' hold that any solution to the problem is beyond such small-minded creatures as us."--Back cover.

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How many pages are in Consciousness?

This edition of Consciousness has approximately 464 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 9h 40m and 6h 27m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 116,000 words and common reading speeds.

Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 7h 44m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 16 days • Estimated word count: 116,000 words

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What is the word count of Consciousness?

The estimated word count for Consciousness is approximately 116,000 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 Josh Weisberg.

When was Consciousness published?

The publication date for this specific edition is 2022. The original work may have been published on a different date.