Introducing Persons: Theories and Arguments in the Philosophy of Mind

Peter Carruthers

ISBN 10: 0887063780 / ISBN 13: 9780887063787

Published by State University of New York Press, 1986

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First printing. 8vo. 265 pp. Near Fine. Slightest shelfwear to corners of boards, else Fine. Review copy with publisher's slip laid in. Seller Inventory # x00906

Bibliographic Details

Title: Introducing Persons: Theories and Arguments ...

Publisher: State University of New York Press

Publication Date: 1986

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Near Fine

Edition: 1st Edition

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Synopsis:

This is an elegant and clear tour through many of the issues in philosophy of mind that have occupied philosophers of this century. The topics covered include the problem of other minds, arguments for and against the existence of the soul, a discussion of the bundle theory of the mind, behaviorism, functionalism, mind/brain identity, the argument against the possibility of private language, personal identity and the possibility of after-life, and the question of whether animals and computers can have minds.Carruthers emphasizes arguments for and against the various theories considered, and encourages readers to actively evaluate these approaches as well. Written with clarity and directness, Introducing Persons will prove a useful text for the beginner while simultaneously providing original material of interest to the advanced student and professional philosopher.

About the Author:

“This is an elegant book. The text is intended as an introduction to philosophy, but by the end it has introduced some of the more sophisticated arguments current among philosophers about the issues. The author has a position of his own which is developed with care and graciousness.” — Robert C. Neville.