The Muse In The Machine: Computers And Creative Thought

David Gelernter

Published by Fourth Estate, London, 1994

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David Gelernter, Fourth Estate, London. Author: David GelernterBinding: PaperbackPublished: Fourth Estate, London, 1994Condition:Book: Very goodJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Condition as shown in imageIn this insightful work of non-fiction, David Gelernter presents a compelling argument about the nature of human creativity and its relationship to the burgeoning field of artificial intelligence. He challenges conventional notions of thought, illustrating how the human mind operates on a spectrum from high-focus, logical reasoning to a more diffuse, associative mode akin to dreaming. Gelernter argues that true creative thought resides in this lower-focus, "dream-like" state, a realm that computers, despite their processing power, cannot replicate. This book offers a profound meditation on consciousness, technology, and the unique qualities that define human intellect, making it essential reading for anyone interested in the intersection of philosophy, psychology, and computer science.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Muse In The Machine: Computers And Creative Thought
• Publisher: Fourth Estate, London
• Publication Date: 1994
• Binding: Paperback
• Book Type: Paperback