Introduction to Contemporary Philosophy of Mind

Author: John Heil (USA)
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Publish Date: 2006-01-01
Features: I really enjoy reading "An Introduction to Contemporary Philosophy of Mind," and I sincerely believe that it is both a textbook for students and a serious philosophical work. It is well-structured, broad in scope, up-to-date in its references, and covers a wide range of topics, with clear and easy-to-understand writing. — E.J. Lowe, Dartmouth College
"An Introduction to Contemporary Philosophy of Mind" is written in a brilliant manner, with a clear and comprehensive structure. The book explains the ideas very clearly through numerous examples. John Heil's book is almost suitable for all undergraduate courses on philosophy of mind. — Fred Dretske, Stanford University
This book is written for students in their second year and above, offering a very engaging critical introduction to various views in contemporary philosophy of mind. I hope it will not only spark useful discussions in the classroom but also in professional journals. — J.J.C. Smart, Honorary Professor, Australian National University
"An Introduction to Contemporary Philosophy of Mind" is written in an engaging style, using numerous clear and practical examples to provide an alternative conception of the mind. It guides us through some of the most important accounts of the nature of the mind, including dualism, materialism, functionalism, eliminativism, and their explanations of the mind, and offers a critical evaluation of the latest trends in the field.