The Conscious Mind
David J. Chalmers
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The Conscious Mind
Published
1996
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Pages
414
ISBN-13
9781280452758
Description
The Conscious Mind: In Search of a Fundamental Theory is an extended study of the problem of consciousness. After setting up the problem, David Chalmers argues that a reductive explanation of consciousness is impossible and that if one takes consciousness seriously, one has to go beyond a strict materialist framework. In the second half of the book, Chalmers moves toward a positive theory of consciousness with fundamental laws linking the physical and the experiential in a systematic way. Finally, he uses the ideas and arguments developed earlier to defend a form of strong artificial intelligence and to analyze some problems in the foundations of quantum mechanics.
Subjects
The ghost in the machine
Sexuality, intimacy, and power
The revolt against dualism
Rational woman
Le dualisme dans l'histoire de la philosophie et des religions
The medieval Manichee
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The Conscious Mind?
This edition of The Conscious Mind has approximately 414 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 The Conscious Mind?
For most readers, The Conscious Mind typically takes between 8h 38m and 5h 45m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 103,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 6h 54m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 14 days • Estimated word count: 103,500 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 The Conscious Mind?
The estimated word count for The Conscious Mind is approximately 103,500 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 The Conscious Mind?
The Conscious Mind was written by David J. Chalmers.
When was The Conscious Mind published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1996. The original work may have been published on a different date.