Description
Book SynopsisAn Introduction to the Philosophy of Mind provides a lively and accessible introduction to all the main themes and arguments currently being debated in this area. The book examines and criticizes four major theories of mind: Dualism, Mind/Brain Identity, Behaviourism and Functionalism.
Trade Review"A lucid and masterly survey of the problems that arise in this area, written in a way that should encourage readers to think for themselves about the issues."
Professor Roger Trigg, University of Warwick
"Students and teachers of the philosophy of mind will welcome the second edition of Keith Maslin's book. It is delightfully clear and user-friendly, yet with sufficient depth to lead students into the philosophical debates conducted in primary texts: qualities which made the first edition so popular - and deservedly so."
Trevor Hussey, Buckinghamshire Chilterns University College
Table of ContentsAcknowledgements.
How to Use This Book.
Chapter 1 The Mind/Body Problem.
Chapter 2 Dualism.
Chapter 3 The Mind/Brain Identity Theory.
Chapter 4 Analytical Behaviourism.
Chapter 5 Functionalism.
Chapter 6 Taking Consciousness Seriously: Non-Reductive Monism.
Chapter 7 Psycho-Physical Causation.
Chapter 8 An Aristotelian Perspective.
Chapter 9 The Problem of Other Minds.
Chapter 10 Personal Identity as Physical Continuity.
Chapter 11 Personal Identity as Psychological Continuity.
Notes.
Glossary.
Select Bibliography
