The Character of Mind

by Colin McGinn and Thomas McGinn

Book Overview

The Character of Mind provides a sweeping and accessible general introduction to the philosophy of mind. Colin McGinn covers all of the main topics--the mind-body problem, the nature of acquaintance,... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0192891596
• Release Date: November 1982
• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Length: 140 Pages
• Weight: 0.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 7.8" x 0.4" x 5.1"

Customer Reviews

Most useful

This book makes some often difficult language, and topics, approachable for those willing to learn it.

Excellent and Comprehensive

This is a simple (though not simpleminded) introduction to the philosophy of mind (includes such topics as "consciousness", "self", "mental phenomena", etc). McGinn writes eloquently and uses interesting metaphors (eg, refers to the brain as "that greyish dumpling"). It is highly recommended to the interested person who wants a comprehensive overview of this lively area of contemporary philosophy.