THE EVOLUTION OF CONSCIOUSNESS: From Neuroscience to Philosophy of Mind by Manuel Micheletti
English | November 12, 2025 | ISBN: N/A | ASIN: B0G1YFZZ1Q | 225 pages | PDF | 2.36 Mb
Discover the most fascinating mystery of the universe: your consciousnessWhat is consciousness? How does subjective experience arise from the brain? Why are we aware?
These questions have captivated philosophers and scientists for millennia, and today, we are closer than ever to finding answers.
"The Evolution of Consciousness" is an extraordinary journey through the frontiers of neuroscience and philosophy of mind, a work that combines scientific rigour with accessibility to explore the most mysterious phenomenon of human nature.
What you'll find in this book:
The scientific foundationsDiscover how the brain generates the mind through the latest neuroscience breakthroughs: from neural correlates of consciousness to integrated information theory, from functional neuroimaging to the mechanisms of attention and memory.
The great philosophical puzzlesExplore the mind-body problem, the nature of qualia, the free will debate, personal identity, and the subjectivity of experience. Understand why consciousness still represents "the hard problem" of science.
The evolution of awarenessJourney through millions of years of evolution to discover when and how consciousness emerged, from unicellular life to primates, from invertebrates to human beings. Explore animal consciousness and its ethical implications.
Altered states and pathologiesUnderstand what happens to consciousness during sleep, lucid dreams, meditation, anaesthesia, and pathological states such as coma. Discover how these conditions help us comprehend the nature of awareness.
The frontiers of the futureCan a machine be conscious? How do we measure consciousness? What are the ethical implications of brain-computer interfaces and cognitive enhancement? Explore the technologies that are redefining the boundaries of the mind.
A unique interdisciplinary approachThis book masterfully integrates neuroscience, philosophy, psychology, evolutionary biology, and ethics, offering a comprehensive and up-to-date vision of the state of the art in consciousness research.
Each chapter is crafted to be accessible yet profound, informative yet engaging.
Who this book is for:Students and enthusiasts of neuroscience, psychology, and philosophy
Mental health professionals and neurologists
Anyone fascinated by the mystery of the human mind
Curious readers seeking answers to life's greatest questions
Why read it now:Consciousness research is experiencing a revolution. New technologies, innovative theories, and groundbreaking discoveries are transforming our understanding of what it means to be aware.
This book takes you to the heart of this scientific and philosophical revolution.
Special features:Clear and accessible language without sacrificing depth
Complete glossary of technical terms
Guide to neuroimaging techniques
Systematic comparison of major theories
Updated bibliography for further exploration
A read that will change how you think about yourselfUnderstanding consciousness means understanding ourselves. This book offers not just knowledge, but a new perspective on the nature of human experience, our place in the universe, and the future of our species.
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