Explore how touch shapes knowledge and what it means for mind and matter.
This nonfiction work blends physiology with philosophical argument to examine the sense of touch as a foundation of perception. It challenges materialist and atheistic views by tracing how our bodies, sensations, and reasoning interact, and by arguing for a broader role of mind in understanding reality. The author presents clear, accessible discussions that grow from anatomical facts to questions about existence, purpose, and the nature of knowledge.
Structured like a series of open, provocative lectures, the book invites readers to weigh the limits of common sense against the tools of science and philosophy. It uses concrete examples and careful reasoning to explore how we know what we know and why ideas about mind, body, and deity matter.
- How the hand and tongue contribute to perception and knowledge
- Critiques of materialism and its reliance on sense alone
- Investigations into atheism, design, and the idea of a Creator
- Accessible, argumentative style suitable for curious readers of science and philosophy
Ideal for readers who want a thoughtful bridge between physiology and metaphysical questions, and who seek a clear, reasoned examination of how we come to believe what we do.