Mental models
P. N. Johnson-Laird
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Mental models
Published
1983
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Pages
513
ISBN-10
0521241235
Description
This book offers a unified theory of the major propertries of mind, including comprehension, inference, and consciousness. The author argues that we apprehend the world by building inner mental replicas of the relationships among objects and events that concern us. The mind is essentially a model-building device that can itself be modeled on a computer. The book provides a blueprint for building such a model and numberous important illustrations of how to do it.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Mental models?
This edition of Mental models has approximately 513 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 Mental models?
For most readers, Mental models typically takes between 10h 41m and 7h 8m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 128,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 8h 33m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 18 days • Estimated word count: 128,250 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Mental models?
The estimated word count for Mental models is approximately 128,250 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 Mental models?
Mental models was written by P. N. Johnson-Laird.
When was Mental models published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1983. The original work may have been published on a different date.