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The Essential Book of Consciousness

Master the Mysteries of Consciousness in 12 Short Chapters (Arcturus Concepts)

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The Essential Book of Consciousness

By: Anne Rooney
Narrated by: Penelope Rawlins
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Explore the intriguing subject of human consciousness in this guide, written by award-winning science writer Anne Rooney.

The study of consciousness is one of the more fascinating frontiers in science, combining aspects of neurology, psychology, evolutional biology and philosophy. In this guide, Rooney explores the philosophical conundrums and scientific breakthroughs surrounding consciousness and shows how leading thinkers have sought to understand the enigma of awareness.

Covering subjects such as mind-body dualism, the nature of thought, the "easy" and "hard" problems of consciousness and free will, The Essential Book of Consciousness provides the perfect starting point for anyone interested in the subject.

ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Concepts is a series of titles diving into some of the most compelling subjects in modern science. Written by a variety of experts, these editions provide a perfect starting point to a range of fascinating topics.

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