Soul Dust - The Magic of Consciousness (Paperback)

How is consciousness possible? What biological purpose does it serve? Why do we value it so highly? In Soul Dust the psychologist Nicholas Humphrey, a leading figure in consciousness research, returns to the front-line with a startling new theory. Consciousness, he argues, is nothing less than a magical-mystery show that we stage for ourselves inside our own heads. This self-made show lights up the world for us, making us feel special and transcendent. Tightly argued, intellectually gripping and a joy to read, Soul Dust is a keenly anticipated book that provides answers to the deepest questions. It dovetails the 'hard problem of consciousness' with the matters that obsess us all - the fear of death, how life should be lived. Resting firmly on neuroscience and evolutionary theory, it is an uncompromising yet life-affirming work that never loses sight of the majesty and mystery of consciousness.

General

Imprint:	Quercus Publishing
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	2012
First published:	2012
Authors:	Nicholas Humphrey
Dimensions:	198 x 132 x 22mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - B-format
Pages:	305
ISBN-13:	978-0-85738-829-2
Categories:	Books > Science & Mathematics > Biology, life sciences > Life sciences: general issues > Evolution Books > Health, Home & Family > Self-help & practical interests > Popular psychology > General Promotions
LSN:	0-85738-829-0
Barcode:	9780857388292

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