Isbn: 9780198539780 - shadows of the mind: a search for the missing science of consciousness (9 Ergebnisse)

Hardback. Zustand: Good. The motivation for this book arose, in part, from a need for detailed replies to a number of queries and criticisms from readers of the author's previous book, The Emperor's New Mind , many of whom have gone to extraordinary lengths to avoid the conclusion that there must be something non-computational involved in thinking. Penrose searches for a means, within the constraints of the hard facts of science, whereby a scientifically describable brain might be able to perform the needed non-computational actions. He develops the argument of how quantum effects might have a fundamental relevance to consciousness and to non-computable brain action. Some of the more startling implications of this are based on new scientific information which is discussed in detail, leading to one of the most extraordinary and fundamental implications of quantum theory: quantum entanglement, the process by which the behaviour of `classically' described systems is explicable only in quantum mechanical terms. There is a thorough examination of the implications of G "odel's theorem maintaining that conscious thinking must indeed involve ingredients that cannot adequately be simulated by mere computation. No prior knowledge of quantum theory on the part of the reader is assumed. This book is intended for the general reader; physicists, computer scientists, philosophers, etc.…

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Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good-. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Good. 1st Edition (Unstated). 457 pages; light water damage and water stains to DJ. The stains are only visible inside the DJ, not superficially. The liquid has not damaged the book. Book has a couple of minor smudges to the exterior edges of textblock. Very Good condition otherwise. No other noteworthy defects. No markings. ; - Your satisfaction is our priority. We offer free returns and respond promptly to all inquiries. Your item will be carefully cushioned in bubble wrap and securely boxed. All orders ship on the same or next business day. Buy with confidence.…

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FIRST EDITION 8vo. dark blue cloth hardback, gilt, in unclipped dust jacket. 457pp., Indexed, illustrated in b/w. A clean copy with no markings or inscripions. Slight fading to dust jacket spine. A VERY GOOD COPY in VERY GOOD DUST JACKET. (Shelf 78) ISBN: 0198539789 PLEASE NOTE: Heavy Book (1 kg+) Postage rates vary according to destination, weight and speed. For an accurate overseas quote PLEASE either call or email us before ordering. [AbeBooks shipping quote is based on items weighing up to 1 kilo only]. Buyer is responsible for any additional duties, taxes, or fees required by recipient's country.** Pictures available upon request.** Visit our homepage for our shop opening hours. Over 20,000 books in stock - come and browse. PayPal, credit and most debit cards welcome. Books posted worldwide. For any queries please contact us direct. …

Hardcover. Zustand: Fine. First Edition. Hardback. Dust Jacket. 8vo. pp 474. Original publisher's black cloth lettered gilt at the spine. Neat small Reynolds Stone style calligraphic bookplate on patedown of Godfrey Huddle (1936 - 2024) Suffolk musician (cellist) and book collector (philosophy / music/ William Blake.) Fine in near fine dust jacket slightly sunned at spine. No inscriptions, not price-clipped. …

Hardcover. Zustand: gut. 1994. Shadows of the Mind : A Search for the Missing Science of Consciousness In englischer Sprache. pages.