Man and Civilization: Control of the Mind; A Symposium (Classic Reprint)

Language: English

Published by Forgotten Books, 2017

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Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating and enduring question of the relationship between the mind and the brain. It brings together leading thinkers from various disciplines, including neuroscience, psychology, philosophy, and religion, to explore the complexities of human consciousness and its connection to the physical world. The author takes a historical approach, tracing the evolution of scientific understanding from the early days of Luigi Galvani's groundbreaking experiments with electricity and nerve conduction to the more recent discoveries about the functions of different brain regions. The book explores the limitations of scientific explanation when it comes to the nature of the mind, delving into the philosophical debates surrounding monism and dualism. It examines the role of experience, memory, and language in shaping our mental processes, and considers the ethical implications of using drugs to manipulate the mind. Ultimately, this book offers a thoughtful and provocative exploration of the mysteries of human consciousness, challenging readers to reconsider the very nature of mind and its place in the universe. 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.

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Title
Man and Civilization: Control of the Mind; A Symposium (Classic Reprint)
Author
Seymour M. Farber
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Forgotten Books
Publication year
2017
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Paperback
Language
English
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9781334916618
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Forgotten Books’ Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the quality of the aged text.

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