de la Mettrie's Ghost: The Story of Decisions

by Chris Nunn and Christopher Spicer

Book Overview

This book is about how we make choices. Drawing together evidence from 21st century chemistry to Victorian politics, enlightenment philosophy, Roman drama and beyond, it is a compelling hunt for the nature of free will.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1403994951
• ISBN13: 9781403994950
• Release Date: August 2005
• Publisher: Palgrave MacMillan
• Length: 235 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.6" x 8.5"

Customer Reviews

An Outstanding Book!

This is a rare "must read" book for anyone with even a passing interest in choice and free will. So many writers know the extent of their knowledge and expertise, and remain within their comfort zone. Chris Nunn is not afraid to go into areas of knowledge beyond his own area of expertise, and demonstrates a rare mastery of disparate disciplines. A real page turner, and an exceptional contribution.