The Philosophy Of Mind

By George Trumbull Ladd

Book Overview

The Philosophy of Mind by George Ladd is a comprehensive exploration of the nature of the human mind and its relationship to the physical world. The book delves into the history of philosophical thought on the mind, from ancient Greece to modern times, and examines the various theories of mind that have emerged over the centuries.Ladd begins by exploring the basic concepts of mind and consciousness, and then moves on to examine the relationship between mind and body. He discusses the various theories of mind-body dualism, including Cartesian dualism and the more recent theories of property dualism and epiphenomenalism.The book also explores the nature of perception, memory, and knowledge, and examines the various theories of perception and cognition that have been proposed over the years. Ladd also discusses the problem of free will and determinism, and the various theories that have been proposed to reconcile these seemingly incompatible concepts.Throughout the book, Ladd provides clear and concise explanations of complex philosophical concepts, making the material accessible to both students and general readers. The Philosophy of Mind is an essential resource for anyone interested in the nature of the human mind and its relationship to the physical world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162759283
• ISBN13: 9781162759289
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 428 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"