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How the body shapes the mind: a clear, thoughtful look at nerves, senses, and character.
This volume uses physiology to ask how bodily functions influence moral traits and everyday behavior. It blends observations, cautious argument, and historical ideas to examine why people differ, even when raised in similar circumstances, and what that means for truth, belief, and life’s big questions.
- Consider how senses and bodily changes can affect mood, judgment, and temperament.
- Explore critiques of popular theories about the brain and character, with practical examples.
- Review how mind and body may interact, and what science can and cannot explain about virtue and vice.
- Reflect on enduring questions about religion, doubt, and the nature of evil through a scientific lens.
Ideal for readers curious about the history of physiology, psychology, and philosophy, and how bodily insight informs our view of human nature.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the connection between our physical bodies and our moral character. The author argues that the different parts of our body, such as the brain, lungs, and liver, all play a role in shaping our personalities and behaviors. The book draws on a variety of sources, including physiology, psychology, and philosophy, to support its claims. The author also provides case studies of individuals whose physical characteristics and personalities were closely linked. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the relationship between the mind and body, and its insights can help us to better understand ourselves and others. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330951224_0
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